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set_bit
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set_bit

Name
.SI 5
set_bit() - set a bit in a bitstring

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Synopsis
.SI 5
string set_bit(string str, int n);

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Description
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Return the new string where bit `n' is set in string `str'. Note that
the old string `str' is not modified.

The max value of `n' is limited. Ask the administrator if you want to
now the maximum value.

The new string will automatically be extended if needed.

Bits are packed 6 per byte in printable strings.

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See also
.SI 5
clear_bit(3), test_bit(3)
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