Eric Iverson wrote:
> We will consider the use of the word byte in the 3!:4 and 3!:5 docs as
> you suggest (no promise).
>
> I think the 5 and _5 extension is unnecessary as the programmer can
> easily handle this in a cover function (use IF64 to use 3 or 2) if
> required.
Yes 5 and _5 is easily coded as (IF64{2 3)&ic.
Another issue. 3 and _3 for 3!:4 under J32 cause domain error. I think if they
are implemented, it allows writing cleaner code for J32/J64 communication, eg.
in socket client/server applications.
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regards,
bill
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