also sprach Martyn Smith <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> [2008.10.04.0046 +0200]:
> I've implemented the -n switch as described however I've currently left the
> default to 0 lines (which is definitely my preference) although I'm open to
> being convinced that 10 lines is a better idea :-)
> 
> What is the rational for wanting 10 lines by default?

/usr/bin/tail has had a 10 line default for 20+ years? mtail, by the
name, suggests that it is related, so... :_)

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