Re: Almost Forgot How Obtuse C++ Can Be

"Tom van der Vlugt" <t.vlugt@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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C/C++ is very convenient for software that needs to be
programmed in a low-level manner.
You can think about:
pointers, byte-fields, bit-shifting, memory-access by pointers,
C-unions (overlapping variables). Delphi has also some possi-
bilities, but C/C++ is the most complete language regarding
low-level programming.


Are you fully aware of what is possible with Delphi? Which possibilities of
those that you listed are you suggesting that Delphi does not have?

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Chris Burrows
CFB Software
http://www.cfbsoftware.com/gpcp




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