[AccessD] XML (was: PDF vs Access)

When reading and writing *my on data*, what advantage does XML give me?

Why would I want to "markup" the data with lots of overhead using tags when I already know 
what it means?

-- 
Stuart

On 2 Sep 2009 at 8:45, Gustav Brock wrote:

> Hi Stuart
> 
> Charlotte is right. In .Net XML is fun, indeed when writing and reading your own data - piece of cake.
> Further, there is no way avoiding XML - it is here to stay wether you like it or not.
> 
> /gustav
> 
> 
> >>> cfoust at infostatsystems.com 02-09-2009 02:16 >>>
> Now, Stuart, come over to the dark side of .Net and learn to love XML. 
> 
> Charlotte
> 
> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:accessd-bounces at databaseadvisors.com] On Behalf Of Stuart
> McLachlan
> Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 5:13 PM
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> Subject: Re: [AccessD] PDF vs Access
> 
> Hitting yourself repeatedly over the head with a large brick is better than dealing with XML. 
> :-)
> 
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