>Abstract. >All organizational functions carried out by classes can be accomplished in a simple and natural way by object inheritance in classless languages, .

>Abstract. >All organizational functions carried out by classes can be accomplished in a simple and natural way by object inheritance in classless languages, ... Like javascript prototypes? Ah, yes. > ... with no need for special mechanisms. Is object the type then or a single class? > A single model—dividing types into prototypes and traits—supports sharing of behavior and extending or replacing representations. A natural extension, dynamic object inheritance, can model behavioral modes. Object inheritance can also be used to provide structured name spaces for well-known objects. >Classless languages can even express “class-based” encapsulation. These stylized uses of object inheritance become instantly recognizable idioms, and extend the repertory of organizing principles to cover a wider range of programs