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Subject:Re: "either" From:Lori Moore <LORIMOORE -at- VAX -dot- MICRON -dot- COM> Date:Thu, 19 Jan 1995 09:00:44 MDT
Ray wrote:
>"Entries either are alphanumeric strings, such as usernames
passwords; or a choice between several preset strings,
such as enabled or disabled."
I'm with you, Ray!
>"Entries are either..."
When I initially read it, I had to pause then move the "either"
to the _correct_ place in order to get through the sentence!
I sure don't understand what the debate at your office is.
Readability is number one priority every time!
Lori Moore }}}} Freebird }}}}}
Micron in Boise, Idaho
