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Why is it difficult to port software designed for UNIX to Linux?
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∙ 14y ago
In general, no, it is not difficult at all. As long as you stick to the POSIX (and other open standards) and use a conformant compiler for the software there shouldn't be any problem in porting software.
I do it all the time - from Linux to Unix, or Unix to Linux, makes no difference. In fact, a lot of common software is cognizant of the actual Operating System at compile time and will take care of the differences (if there are any).
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Why do people use Linux. Its illegal?
Linux is not illegal. Linux is a free, public license software modeled on Unix.
Which operating system has the free and open source software?
Unix and Linux
What are the examples of system software?
Unix, Linux, windows and compilers etc.
Is UNIX based on Linux?
No, but Linux is based on Unix since Linux is a Unix clone.
Why do you think Linux and unix share more command than windows xp and unix?
Because Linux was modeled after Unix, and designed to be a suitable free replacement. Windows is targeted at a slightly different market, and was primarily designed to be operated using a GUI, not the command line.
WHY DO YOU THINK LINUX AND UNIX SHARE MORE COMMANDS THAN WINDOWS XP AND UNIX?
Because Linux was modeled after Unix, and designed to be a suitable free replacement. Windows is targeted at a slightly different market, and was primarily designed to be operated using a GUI, not the command line.
Why do you think Unix and Linux share more commands than Windows XP and Unix?
Because Linux was modeled after Unix, and designed to be a suitable free replacement. Windows is targeted at a slightly different market, and was primarily designed to be operated using a GUI, not the command line.
What version of UNIX was introduced in 1991 as open-source software?
Linux was introduced in 1991
Does Linux allow only a single user to access the system simultaneously?
No. Linux, like Unix, is designed to be a multi-user system.
What was the idea behind Linux?
The idea behind Linux was to create an operating system that could run UNIX software, but would be free.
What is the relationship of POSIX1 to Linux?
POSIX is a standard designed to ensure API compatibility between Unix and Unix-like operating systems operating systems. Linux implements most of the POSIX standard, but is not certified as such.
Is unix and Linux an open system?
Linux is an open system, Unix is not.
