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I'd forgotten about that.

I was peripherally involved in a project circa 2002/2003 that tried to make use of it. I don't remember the details, only a lot of swearing about all the stuff that didn't work.

And looking at the last update date on that page you linked, it doesn't look like it saw a lot of love thereafter.

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Re^6: Run Perl script in windows
by jellisii2 (Hermit) on Apr 13, 2016 at 16:25 UTC
    With the recent Windows 10 announcement, I'm sure it will get even less. :)
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      Are you referring to this?

      If so, I agree. It's an intriguing move.

      With the rise and rise of 'Social' network sites: 'Computers are making people easier to use everyday'
      Examine what is said, not who speaks -- Silence betokens consent -- Love the truth but pardon error.
      "Science is about questioning the status quo. Questioning authority". I knew I was on the right track :)
      In the absence of evidence, opinion is indistinguishable from prejudice.
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