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^Process Control ExtensionsLast updated: Mon, 26 Oct 2026

POSIX

Introduction

This module contains an interface to those functions defined in the IEEE 1003.1 (POSIX.1) standards document which are not accessible through other means.

Warning

Sensitive data can be retrieved with the POSIX functions, e.g. posix_getpwnam() and friends.

Note:

This extension is not available on Windows platforms.


<pcntl_wtermsigInstalling/Configuring>
^Process Control ExtensionsLast updated: Mon, 26 Oct 2026