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Instead of fork we're trying to use Win32::Job.

Can you explain why? There are a dozen or more modules out there for doing this kind of thing on Win32, but none of them are as well-tested, simple and reliable as system 1, $cnd;.

There are a few good reasons for choosing on or other of those modules under some circumstances. Can you explain your choice?

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