HP-UX 11i Version 1.6 Release Notes

Programming
C Library (libc)
Chapter 7
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C Library (libc)
The C library, libc, provides the interface between the user program and the kernel.
Summary of Change
The libc routines which provide the interface between the user program and the kernel,
now provide support for the creation and dynamic loading of shared libraries containing
thread local storage (TLS).
Details of Change
A routine in libc has been added, as well as, other libc modules to provide support to
the linker, loader and compiler components to provide this functionality in a transparent
fashion.
Impact
There are no impacts.
Compatibility
Applications built on systems prior to HP-UX 11i v1.6 and moved forward to run on
HP-UX 11i v1.6 systems are compatible.
Performance
There are no performance issues.
Obsolescence
Not applicable.
Documentation
No changes necessary.