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In message <199607291358.GAA26833@root.com>, David Greenman writes:
>>This was a simple example but I'm sure it could make code a lot less
>>intricate in other places.
>
>   ...and a lot less informative. I prefer the existing model.

I think that they supplement each other, they are certainly not
exclusive.

I still think it's a good idea.

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