From: "A. Sinan Unur" <asu1 AT cornell DOT edu>
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Subject: Re: Newbie Question: Random Numbers
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 1997 09:31:58 -0400
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Warren Smith wrote:
> 
> How can I get a truly random number (w/o the same sequence of numbers
> appearing over and over)?

there is _NO_ computer generated truly random number. that is why they
are called pseudo-random numbers.

do you basically want to seed the random number generator with a
different seed every time you use it? take a look at the documentation.
also, search the mail archives at http://www.delorie.com/djgpp/.

for your question on microsoft obj files, consult the faq. it is not
appropriate to post questions that are already answered in the faq.

for pointers on windows programming info, take a look at
http://www.people.cornell.edu/pages/asu1/
-- 
   Sinan
 
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