COMP9243 Distributed Systems

Course Summary
A distributed system refers to a network of independent computers connected together to collaborate and accomplish tasks or deliver services. Prominent examples of distributed systems include the World Wide Web, cloud computing, networked file systems, DNS, and high-performance supercomputers.

This course aims to offer students a comprehensive comprehension of distributed systems. The main focus lies in understanding the principles, techniques, and practices essential for the design and implementation of such systems. The course takes a systems-oriented approach, emphasizing infrastructure software and providing practical exercises to gain hands-on experience in building distributed systems.