Re: [xml-dev] The edge of chaos: where syntax ends and interpretationbeg

[David Carlisle <davidc@nag.co.uk>]

On 29/02/2012 14:59, Costello, Roger L. wrote:

> Can different meanings be given to the same XML?

yes

>
> Is it necessary for all who consume an XML document to interpret it
> the same way?

no

>
> Is a uniform, global interpretation possible?

no

>
> Is a uniform, global interpretation desirable?

no

>
> Consider the creation of an XML document:
>
> The creator sends out the XML document. Consumers receive it. What
> responsibility does the creator have in ensuring that the consumers
> interpret the XML in the way that the creator intended?

none

David

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