Thank you! Like I said, I am not turning my back on it. I have noticed that C++'s evolution has been gaining momentum over last ten years. I have even read Bja

Thank you! Like I said, I am not turning my back on it. I have noticed that C++'s evolution has been gaining momentum over last ten years. I have even read Bjarne's book on the design and evolution of C++ - it was fascinating, and I think it is worth reading even to people who never have used C++. The thing is that from all I have heard and read I get the impression that learning C++ - really learning it, not just C-with-classes - is a long-term commitment. That is why, as I said, I am keeping a safe distance between me and C++. ;-) When the day comes, I will not be entirely unprepared.