Syntactical Notations
- Last UpdatedDec 03, 2025
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In the formal specification of the syntax, the following notations will be used
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< > |
Denotes data. |
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[ ] |
Data within brackets are optional. |
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{} or | |
One of the listed items should be used. { } are often replaced by "built up" brackets. |
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(N ... M) |
Repetition. The proceeding item (or group of items) must be repeated at least N times and at most M times (M > N). If N is missing, 0 is supposed as the lower limit. If M is missing, no upper limit is given. |