Python v2.6 documentation
  
    Welcome! This is
    the documentation for Python
    2.6, last updated Oct 02, 2008.
  
  
  Parts of the documentation:
  
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       What's new in Python 2.6? 
         changes since previous major release 
      Tutorial 
         start here 
      Using Python 
         how to use Python on different platforms 
      Language Reference 
         describes syntax and language elements 
      Library Reference 
         keep this under your pillow 
      Python HOWTOs 
         in-depth documents on specific topics 
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       Extending and Embedding 
         tutorial for C/C++ programmers 
      Python/C API 
         reference for C/C++ programmers 
      Installing Python Modules 
         information for installers & sys-admins 
      Distributing Python Modules 
         sharing modules with others 
      Documenting Python 
         guide for documentation authors 
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  Indices and tables:
  
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       Global Module Index 
         quick access to all modules 
      General Index 
         all functions, classes, terms 
      Glossary 
         the most important terms explained 
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       Search page 
         search this documentation 
      Complete Table of Contents 
         lists all sections and subsections 
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