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DaWei · Jan 27th, 2006, 10:08 AM

All in all, it's a crappy idea. Most multipurpose tools are less desirable than a set of specific tools, simply because they sacrifice clean utility in trying to be all things to all users. Imagine, if you will, a combination table/radial-arm saw with a lathe and a mill attached right next to the mousetrap and the screwdriver. Hell, all in all, I'd rather use a high-heel shoe as a hammer.

Jan 27th, 2006, 10:08 AM	#20
DaWei Resident Grouch Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 6,453 Rep Power: 10	All in all, it's a crappy idea. Most multipurpose tools are less desirable than a set of specific tools, simply because they sacrifice clean utility in trying to be all things to all users. Imagine, if you will, a combination table/radial-arm saw with a lathe and a mill attached right next to the mousetrap and the screwdriver. Hell, all in all, I'd rather use a high-heel shoe as a hammer. __________________ Abstraction doesn't make it impossible to write bad code; it makes it possible to write superior code. Contributor's Corner: Grumpy on C++ Exceptions DaWei on Pointers