In computing, the sticky bit is a user ownership access-right flag that can be assigned to files and directories on Unix systems.
Famous quotes containing the words sticky and/or bit:
“The kiss. There are all sorts of kisses, lad, from the sticky confection to the kiss of death. Of them all, the kiss of an actress is the most unnerving. How can we tell if she means it or if shes just practicing?”
—Ruth Gordon (18961985)
“He was made bit by bit, piece by piece. The undying monster. The triumphant climax of Frankensteins genius.”
—Edward T. Lowe, and Erle C. Kenton. Dr. Edelman (Onslow Stevens)