Re: Oaf names & file structure

[Chipzz <chipzz ULYSSIS Org>]

On 18 Nov 2000, Miguel de Icaza wrote:

> From: Miguel de Icaza <miguel helixcode com>
> Subject: Re: Oaf names & file structure
> 
> > Using IIDs destroys the whole point of having components with well defined 
> > interfaces.
> 
> Not at all.  It does defeat replacing random components with other
> random components.
> 
> For instance, when you launch Internet Explorer, you are not asked 45
> times whether you want to use the toolbar A or the toolbar B.  Or if
> you want to use IE's HTMl engine, or some other engine.  Some things
> are better kept hardcoded.

That's where your config file and your preference dialog(s) kick in. Freedom
of choice and flexibility, yet not annoying.

Greeings,

Chipzz AKA
Jan Van Buggenhout
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