Re: [office] the simple proposal: forwards compatibility

["Dave Pawson" <dave.pawson@gmail.com>]

2008/7/14  <robert_weir@us.ibm.com>:

>> I'm not asking the TC for 'guidance'.
>> I'm asking for a 'shall' clause.
>> For forward compatibility if the version is greater than this then do X.

To be included in 1.2 for forwards compatibility

>> Nice and simple. Clear.
>> Seeks compliance or not.
>> *if* implementers want guidance it is available.
>> The TC can't do any more.
>>
>
> "guidance for retroactive action on forwards compatability" was your phrase
> not mine.
>
> We cannot introduce a new "shall" for ODF 1.0 processors.

Not sought.

Sorry if the English wasn't clear.

regards


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