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From: Stapler <spam.magnet@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: Novice help with types and de-allocation.
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On Mon, 18 Nov 2002 10:29:53 -0500, Ted Dennison wrote:
 
> Probably the best way out would be to make Int_Buffer a *subtype* of
> Buff_Out, instead of a type in its own right. If you don't like that
> solution, then the next best thing would be to make the private
> definition of "Int_Buffer" a "new Buff_Out". That would allow you to use
> a simple type conversion.


 I've taken your guys advise, and it works. I'm making it a point to put
a lot more forethought into my type system.

Thanks.

Stapler
"One day at a time and we'll never get there."