Abstract:

 There is not a generally accepted definition for distributed system, and there is much difference among various versions of this concept, which therefore brings students difficulty for  understanding and grasping the nature of distributed system. Distribution and collaboration are the fundamental characteristics of a distributed system. Several cases are designed to promote students’ understanding of the nature of distributed systems via class discussion. The discussion achieves good results in the teaching practice of distributed system.

Key words: distributed system, concept, case