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Robert Spooner wrote:
 > Thanks. I can see that now. I'm sure glad the compiler didn't just
> choose what it thought I meant and just do that without telling me. 
> Using named notation resolves the ambiguity. (dumb computer doesn't know 
> what I mean :)

Smart compiler, to know there were two possible interpretations.  It is 
the telepathic compiler you need if you want DWITIM (do what I think I 
mean) semantics. ;-)

-- 

                                                        Robert I. Eachus

�In an ally, considerations of house, clan, planet, race are 
insignificant beside two prime questions, which are: 1. Can he shoot? 2. 
Will he aim at your enemy?� -- from the Laiden novels by Sharon Lee and 
Steve Miller.