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The UNIX OS is an operating system, which has the primary responsibility of managing security and resources for users. It has the same "purpose" as any other operating system, such as Windows, z/os, VMS, etc.
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∙ 14y agoThe primary function of Unix is the same as it would be for an Operating System - to manage resources and provide security.
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What is the purpose of UNIX?
The UNIX OS is an operating system, which has the primary responsibility of managing security and resources for users. It has the same "purpose" as any other operating system, such as Windows, z/os, VMS, etc.
What is the difference between Os and unix?
No difference, really. Unix is an OS (Operating System)
On which OS platform c pgm run in unix?
unix.
Similarities between UNIX and Windows?
UNIX is a command-based OS. In contrast, Windows is a menu-based OS.
What is kernel in UNIX operating system?
kernel is everything in unix os
How do i get UNIX designation for my OS?
Why do you believe this is necessary? What OS are you talking about?
I am currently using windows XP2. For practice purpose i want to use UNIX shell scripting. Without installing UNIX OS how can i use the UNIX shell scripting?
You should be able to download the Unix Services for Windows, version 3.5, from Microsoft (free). There are other shell emulators that are available for Windows, which would allow you to use Unix type shell scripting without installing any additional OS. Your question about "virtual UNIX" is unclear ..
What is vendor independent OS?
LINUX and UNIX are vendor independent OS
What does the acronym HPUX stand for?
Hewlett-Packard Unix. It is a series of computers that runs the Unix OS. Most people recognize the HP as a computer company in the acronym. This their version with the Unix OS.
What are the differences between Unix and Mac OS X?
Unix is a specification. Mac OS X is a certified implementation of Unix. This like asking "What is the difference between a turtle and a red-eared slider."
Is NetBSD a Unix-like OS?
Yes.
What is the backbone of the Apple OS?
It is a UNIX made.
