.\"set a bit in a bitstring
.DT
set_bit
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set_bit

.SH Name
.SI 5
set_bit() - set a bit in a bitstring
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.SH Synopsis
.SI 5
string set_bit( string str, int n );
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.SH Description
.SP 5 5
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
know 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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.SH See also
.SI 5
clear_bit(), test_bit()
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