NYT Crossword · 61 Across
“MS-DOS alternative” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, November 20, 2012 as 61 Across. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Tuesday, November 20, 2012 · 61 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “MS-DOS alternative”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with U and ends with X, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “MS-DOS alternative” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, at 61 Across.
What is the answer to the “MS-DOS alternative” crossword clue?
The answer is UNIX (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.