Directory Structures
An introduction to the structure types of directory in operating systems. Shows each type’s advantages and disadvantages.
Introduction to File System
An introduction to file system in operating systems. The web explains various kinds of file structure, attributes of a file, file access methods, and a brief explanation of a directory.
Operations on the File
Brief explanation on various operations on files.
Partition
Brief explanation on disk partitions. There are various types of partition that differs for each operating systems.
docker - volumes vs mount binds. what are the use cases?
I was wondering what’s the difference between docker volume and mount binds, specifically the use cases. This post explains nicely on three big differences between them.
File System in Userspace
Brief explaination on the File System in Userspace.
Virtual Filesystems in Linux
Previously VFS was mentioned on the number 6 link, now this article explains what is a VFS and it’s usage, also advantages and applications.
File Allocation Methods in Opearting System
Various allocation methods to store files in the disk blocks. Each method has it’s own advantages and disadvantages.
Network File System
This article talks about the NFS, Network File System. NFS is a distibuted file systems that involves multiple client machines and one or more servers.
Access Control
A thorough explanation on how a operating system protects itself, applications, users, and other things from accessing, modifying, or using resources not intended for use by using rings of protection and permissions.