In the case of UNIX, where sharing is implemented by symbolic link________________________
A) the deletion of link does not affect the original file
B) the deletion of the original file does not remove the link, but it is dangling
C) both of the above
D) none of the above

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In UNIX, symbolic links are used for sharing files. If a symbolic link is deleted, it does not affect the original file. Similarly, if the original file is deleted, the symbolic link remains but becomes dangling, meaning it points to a file that no longer exists. Therefore, both options A and B are true.

In the Case of UNIX, Where Sharing Is Implemented by Symbolic