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Re: Need faster Search/Replace capability



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On Tue, 06 Aug 2002, Jim wrote:

> I am trying to re-format a 75MB text file using just the search and replace
> functions in various text editors. I've tried using Word, Notepad and
> Wordpad but all become hopelessly bogged down (I'd be dead before they
> finish).
> 
> What do I need to do? Is there an editor available that can better handle
> very large files?
> My PC spec is: P3 866MHz, 640MB SDRAM, Win2000)
> 
> Any help appreciated!
> 
> Jim
> 

The best utility to use is sed(1). It handles large files with ease.