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Language assessment criteria for discrete simulation

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Criteria are suggested for use in conducting comparative assessments of languages for use in discrete simulation. The criteria are grouped within the categories of simulation-specific criteria and general criteria. A discussion is provided concerning the significance the various assessment criteria have in modeling and simulation. Suggestions are offered concerning the use of the criteria in a language selection process.

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          WSC '86: Proceedings of the 18th conference on Winter simulation
          December 1986
          890 pages
          ISBN:0911801111
          DOI:10.1145/318242

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