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Re: SQL question from an absolute SQL newbie

On 8/31/2011 10:06 AM, Morgan, Paul wrote:
Joe,

It's funky because reading the SQL statement requires a 'translation' from the exception join to the requirement of 'not in file'. I prefer not exists as a more straightforward (easier to understand) implementation of the requirement.

No more of a translation than having to use "SELECT" even though you're not actually selecting anything. You may not prefer the syntax, but that doesn't necessarily make it funky. :)

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