Hi Tim,

Best way to learn what is in the system object, is to use Bo's
browse-system.r script
from Rebol.org archives. http://www.rebol.org/utility/browse-system.r.

Many of the entries in the system can also be accessed through mezzanine
functions.

e.g

 source what-dir
what-dir: func [
    "Prints the active directory path"
][system/script/path
]

The note on not using source system is in the FAQ.
http://www.rebol.com/faq.html

>From the FAQ
"
Q. I find that when I type SOURCE SYSTEM, SOURCE REBOL, or PRINT SYSTEM, the
computer will lock up. Why?

A.  Viewing the system object should only be done with care. Future
revisions of the system object are going to change, therefore, use the
mezzanine level functions to access system object information when possible.
With that said, here is an example of viewing the system object:
    >> print mold first system
    [self version product words options user script console ports
     network schemes error standard]
    >> print system/product
    Core

WARNING: DO NOT enter 'print mold second system' or 'print mold system'
since this will cause the interpreter to hang.
"

Cheers

Allen K






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Subject: [REBOL] [REBOL] System object documentation


>
> I can't seem to find documentation on the system
> object. Dictionary says:
> "For advanced discussion on system, see the Users Guide"
> But I find little or nothing on the subject.
> I also note that even Rebol/View locks up (on Windows NT)
> when I attempt
> print mold system or probe system.
> Where can I find complete documentation?
> thanks
> tim
>
>
>

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