(Was: On 80 columns should (not) be enough for everyone)

[so]

> I think that putting an artificial limit is incredibly stupid. Haven't  
> anyone here learned the "No magic numbers" rule?!?!
>
> Walter correctly pointed out that it's harder to read long rows,  
> however, unlike printed text and ancient terminals, current display  
> technology is much more dynamic.
> Font size, zoom level, screen form-factor, window size, resolution, etc  
> means that each person can configure his own individual optimal view.
>
> As the OP said, use word wrap and adjust your editor window width/font  
> size/zoom level/etc to your liking.
> If your editor does not support this "new" feature, go get a new editor  
> and don't bother other people with different preferences.
> Stop forcing this moronic "one size fits all" attitude on everyone.

I agree, but i guess they are talking about standard library.