--- In 50g@yahoogroups.com, "chipblock88" <bazcor@...> wrote:
For basic calculations it is quite easy to learn. For the advanced
stuff like integrals, etc, you need to use it a lot or keep a
reference around due to the number of args used and the order they
have to be in. But overall, RPN is very easy to pick up and once you
use it enough, you will find that algebraic entry seems very
restrictive and cumbersome. I have converted many folks who thank me
for it.
Ciao.
-Al
>the '70's
> I am just about to receive a sparkly new 50g. Should I just go ahead
> and try to learn the RPN method of entry? How long does it take to
> get reasonably fluent?
>
> My last brush with RPN was on a Sinclair scientific back in
> but it was a very simple calc'.Barry,
>
> TIA for any input .. Barry
>
For basic calculations it is quite easy to learn. For the advanced
stuff like integrals, etc, you need to use it a lot or keep a
reference around due to the number of args used and the order they
have to be in. But overall, RPN is very easy to pick up and once you
use it enough, you will find that algebraic entry seems very
restrictive and cumbersome. I have converted many folks who thank me
for it.
Ciao.
-Al