AShell
Scott,
I LOVE extensions on files. I do, however, like to keep _required_ extensions
to an absolute minimum. Another message here speaks of ARexx requiring
extensions, but that isn't quite true. If a file has an extension, and that
extension is not '.rexx', it will not be recognized by its 'body' name alone. A
file without an extension, called by its full name, will be checked for ARexx
validity. Thus, I can choose to call my ARexx scripts by simple or compound
name, as I see fit. I usually choose to add the '.rexx' extension for my own
ease, but I am VERY glad that it is not a requirement.
You should see some of my filenames:
IBM.haha
Mac.sheesh
NewWB.when
Extensions as a requirement should definitely be avoided by developers.
-larry