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>>Gregory,
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>>I wonder if the VFP6 Setup Wizard can handle this. I suppose you tried that without success. Putting mscvr70.dll in the installed application directory seems acceptable though, if it works.
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>>This thread may be helpful, if you haven't already seen it: Installing Msvcr70.dll Thread 752061 Message #752061.
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>>Thanks for letting us know about your excellent project!
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>>Mike
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>Mike,
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>I wouldn't call it excellent since you haven't seen it yet <g>.
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>Anyway, I've put it in the download section. Don't know how much time it will take to make its appearance in there.
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>I have called it an attempt for Callback capability since I do not know yet whether it will be successful.
>It's my first C++ experience and more C than ++ I am afraid.
>But it seems stable for the tests I have done. Also, only tested in vfp6sp5, ie no vfp7 nor 8.
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>If there's anyone willing to have a go at it before it appears in the download section - it's weekend after all -, then reply. I'll mail it. It's 9k zipped (fll, readme and test program)

Gregory,

At first I was going to say "noble", but I decided on "excellent" because the very idea of it is inspired. If this is your first exercise in C++, it sounds like a great way to get started. You should be given every encouragement and assistance, since your work could lead to a general VFP enhancement that's long overdue.

If you're planning to include C++ source code in the download, it would be a welcome addition for its tutorial value, and it could provide a way of your getting additional help from others proficient in C++. The last time I did any C (not C++) programming was about 15 years ago. From my perspective, the most immediate issue will be to understand how to use your facility from VFP, and what are its limitations.

I'll need to adjust my thinking when I wade through the Win32 API, now armed with the knowledge that I should no longer dismiss callback functions from consideration. It will take a while to review where I can make the best use of callbacks. Up to now I've always managed to find a way around this VFP restriction, but it's been like dodging bullets.

I'm looking forward to seeing your programs and documentation show up in the UT Downloads area. Thanks again!

Mike