Re: db file sequential/scattered read

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Jonathan Lewis
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Ricky Sanchez wrote in message <3A6DC5C3.5EA86C3D_at_home.com>...


>"...loading a post with emotional overtones..."

>

>You lost me, Jonathan. I fail to see anything inaccurate or emotional in my

>response. Yes it is true that a single "next" read can occur, but this does

>nothing to negate my earlier comment. It does add some value, however, and

 I


>thank you.



I took your comment of 'this thread is driving me nuts' as a cry from the
heart.
From the land of the stiff upper lip it did sound just a tad emotional.




>

>By the way, your book is one of the few writings that offers a clear

>understanding of the concept of "consistent read". Well done.

>



Thanks




>Sancho