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As with many terms in computing the concept of fourth generation languages (4GLs) and environments is an extremely hazy one. One way to distinguish between third generation and fourth generation tools is to express the ideal of a non-procedural development environment. It must be remembered however that few if any contemporary products satisfy this ideal.
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Beynon-Davies, P. (1998). Fourth Generation Environments. In: Information Systems Development. Macmillan Computer Science Series. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-14931-5_11
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