On Wed, 28 Apr 2010, Ulrich Drepper wrote:
> Then adjust the GUI.

   didn't I say GUI doesn't help?

> Anyway, programs like that show why the output cannot be changed
> willy-nilly.

   programs like what?

> There are programs and scripts that parse the output of readelf.

   Well, I understand that, and is quite better reason than line length.

   As for the scripts/programs that use the readelf output, since the 
fields in the output are separated by space, and the library name comes in 
the end, it should be a small fix.

   I'm not denying the fact that the change in output might break some 
programs, but fixing those programs is a one time hassle. Plus let's not 
assume that *all* the programs/scripts will need the fix, may be some 
might keep working as before. In any case, I think the greater convenience 
and utility of information offered by the change to the one and all makes 
it worth it. Please think about it.


> Your convenience is absolutely not reason enough to break those.

   Again, it's not just *my* convenience, it'll be more convenient and 
useful for *everybody*. You know that.

--
Regards
   - Prasad
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