The author delves into the differences between Windows NT and Unix operating systems, focusing on the design principles and implementation details that set them apart. Windows NT, with its hybrid kernel, supports portability, multiprocessing, and compatibility with various systems from day one, unlike Unix which retrofitted these features later on. The object-oriented nature of NT, with centralized access control, common identity, and unified event handling, offers some unique advantages over Unix. NT’s advanced security design and support for elegant I/O redirection and subsystem communication further showcase its innovative approach. The discussion sheds light on the advanced and thoughtful design choices made in Windows NT compared to Unix.
https://blogsystem5.substack.com/p/windows-nt-vs-unix-design