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Felwys
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Posted: 17th Feb 2004 03:02
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HI

Where can i find information about vector? i dont know what are they for?

And one more thing, where can i find description of the diferent flags that we use in some commands, like set texture object or set object transparency

thanks

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CattleRustler
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Posted: 17th Feb 2004 05:15
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to me, a Vector is similar to a C-based structure, or a vb type (vb.net structure) that becomes a light-weight object (Object in the true sense of the word) and it is passed into/returned from functions - holding an X, a Y, and a Z world coordinate and possibly some other info.

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Philip
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Posted: 17th Feb 2004 18:13
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@Felwys

Vectors is an array of numbers in linear algebra. They have both magnitude and direction.

If you are writing a 3d game its very important to eventually understand how vectors work. To do this I suggest you do a search of the web for beginner explanations of vector maths. Alternatively, buy 3d Math Primer for Graphics and Game Development by Fletcher Dunn and Ian Parberry.

Philip

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