Re: [cc65] CBM LFN Question

Hi Uz,

> Logical file numbers are like file handles. The bad thing about them is, that
> they aren't assigned by the kernal (which could easily track the ones already
> used), but by the user.

Thanks for the explanation.

> If the library uses a certain lfn, it cannot prevent the user from using the
> same one in his own code. This defeats modular programming and is the reason
> for the hassle in the library and the "be careful" statements in regard to
> mixing POSIX file I/O and CBM file I/O.

I see. So I was et least on the right track presuming that the "POSIX
vs. CBM problems" are because of LFN usage...

> Yes, 12 should work with the current implementation.

Fine :-)

Regards,
Oliver
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