Does Batman use Linux?
In the comments part of a blog post on Windows 8.1 tips and tricks, I overheard a joke about Linux maybe becoming Batcomputer’s operating system. Could this be real? perhaps a modified OS?Could the utility belt be running Java? I’ve searched for an answer…
Batman has been shown utilizing a real computer in one in-universe and one out-of-universe scenario, respectively (e.g. as opposed to a Hollywood computer with customised graphic interface)
Batman from 1960
A modified Burroughs Corporation B205 was used in the 1960s Batman television series.
The Batcomputer in that case was running the CTOS/BTOS Operation System.
Comicbook Version 1990s
The panel below shows that the BatComputer uses seven Cray T932 “plug-in units” to provide backup processing power.
In order to interface with his own BatComputer, Batman must be quite proficient in using Cray’s own unix-based operating system; UNICOS
