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Subject: what is backing store?
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Date: 3 Jul 88 18:54:11 GMT
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Another beginner's question: what is backing store?

What are its advantages/disadvantages?

When is it appropriate to use it and where is it available?

I'm sure other beginners would appreciate a simple explanation from 
some knowledgeable X soul  :-)

	- Mitch Petree (petree@bell.ece.utexas.edu)