get diff beteween two files - UNIX for Dummies Questions & Answers

jtrevinojr · #1 (**permalink**) 12-30-2003

I have file1 and file2. I am trying to get the difference between the two of them to another file? I have tried diff and fgrep with no luck.. I dont think I am using the proper switches to make this happen.
Can someone please give me the key to this lock?

Muchos Thanks.
Tbone

Optimus_P · #2 (**permalink**) 12-30-2003

use a redirector at the end of your diff command.

diff file1 file2 > file3

jtrevinojr · #3 (**permalink**) 12-30-2003

Thanks Optimus_P

I got it now. I had a serious brain fart and did not notice ^M's in my file comparison. Got rid of them and everything was cool.
Thanks again for taking the time to help out with the key.

Muchos Thanks
Tbone

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