5.6. Exam Essentials
Be able to describe the basic capabilities UNIX/Linux. UNIX/Linux is the NOS with the longest history. It consists of a core (called a kernel) and a user interface called a shell. Linux is an operating system based on UNIX and developed by Linus Torvalds that primarily runs on the Intel platform and is in widespread use. UNIX/Linux uses standard TCP/IP protocol for communications and network services. You can use multiple methods of authentication by simply installing different software packages.
Be able to describe the basic capabilities of NetWare. NetWare is the most widespread NOS in use today. It was the first NOS to be used for PC LANs. It is popular with administrators of large networks. It has excellent client support ...
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