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Tag 11 unclear

2005-04-26 10:37:48

In 5.9:

   " - File name as a string (one-octet length, followed by file name),
       if the encrypted data should be saved as a file."

but no mention of what if it shouldn't be saved as a file. 0 length,
perhaps?

Then:

   " - A four-octet number that indicates the modification date of the
       file, or the creation time of the packet, or a zero that
       indicates the present time."

I would _guess_ that it means modification date of the file if there's
a filename, the creation time if there isn't. I have no idea what zero
is supposed to mean. Nothing, would be the obvious interpretation -
"the present time" is nonsensical.

Once more, when I know what its supposed to mean, I'll suggest
wording.

Cheers,

Ben.

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