Explore the fundamental principles and techniques of modern operating systems with hands-on experience in the xv6 OS. Gain practical skills in system-level programming and RISC-V architecture.
6.S081 is a course that focuses on the design and implementation of operating systems. It covers the fundamental principles and techniques used in modern operating systems, including process management, memory management, file systems, and system calls.
This course is recommended for students interested in operating systems, computer architecture, and system-level programming. It provides a solid foundation in operating system concepts and practical experience in implementing core OS functionalities. The course is suitable for both undergraduate and graduate students with a strong background in computer science and programming.
Learn by Doing from Your Browser Sidebar
Simply install the browser extension and click to launch GetVM directly from your sidebar.
Choose your OS, IDE, or app from our playground library and launch it instantly.
Practice within the VM while following tutorials or videos side-by-side. Save your work with Pro for easy continuity.