WAIT!!!!

Isn't layered (logical n-tier) code supposed to be MORE MAINTAINABLE?

>3-tiers = 3 times the debugging *bg*
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>>I agree 100%. There are a number of layers that apply. It's a good illustration of all 3 tiers having rule obligations. Table, business, and UI logic is required, IMHO. Any one piece missing may cause problems down the road.