RTFM

[Skip Montanaro]

    Paul> I see no reason a person learning Python, me, shouldn't feel free
    Paul> to ask any question I like under any circumstances I like as long
    Paul> as it is on topic.

Granted.  Just for completeness sake (I don't know if Paul is new to Python
or just putting himself in a new user's shoes), new users should be aware
there are a couple mailing lists set up to answer questions.  The tutor list
(tutor at python.org) requires subscription.  Sign up here:

    http://mail.python.org/mailman/listinfo/tutor

You can also post individual questions to help at python.org.  No subscription
is required to post.  Try both and see which you like.

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