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• NAME
• DESCRIPTION
  • What is Perl?
  • Who supports Perl? Who develops it? Why is it free?
  • Which version of Perl should I use?
  • What are perl4 and perl5?
  • How stable is Perl?
  • Is Perl difficult to learn?
  • How does Perl compare with other languages like Java, Python, REXX, Scheme, or Tcl?
  • Can I do [task] in Perl?
  • When shouldn't I program in Perl?
  • What's the difference between "perl" and "Perl"?
  • Is it a Perl program or a Perl script?
  • What is a JAPH?
  • Where can I get a list of Larry Wall witticisms?
  • How can I convince my sysadmin/supervisor/employees to use version (5/5.004/Perl instead of some other language)?
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