- The author analyzes a Unix shell transcript from Tron: Legacy for realism and errors, finding it more accurate than expected.
- The transcript is likely generated from a real Unix machine, with 'bin/history' being a scripted workaround for plot-related history.
- 'SolarOS' in the uname output is a fictional hybrid of Solaris and SunOS, but the system shows Linux-like features (e.g., top, /proc/meminfo).
- The order of commands (make, configure) initially seemed wrong but is logically explained as a custom configure script, not Autoconf.
- Flynn's actions reveal safety catches for the laser (both file and option), but final configuration use is questionable, possibly reflecting in-universe distraction.
- The proportional font and word-wrapping in the terminal window are inconsistent and baffling, unlike the fixed-pitch font in other windows.
- Mistakes include bin/history, /bin/login usage, sun4m and i386 coexistence, and mixed OS characteristics.
- In-universe errors (e.g., not rechecking memory, will handling) are plausible due to Flynn's distracted state.
- The analysis highlights the value of close reading and distinguishing filmmaker errors from in-story character mistakes.