Re: definitions of queries vs. rules

Hi Eric,

> In the charter terms [1], I make the bold statement that rules are
> composed of queries and assertions. This is intended to clarify why
> both communities have been inducted into the same list. In
> implementing algae [2], I used the variables bindings from a query to
> compose assertions. Does this match the experience of others?

I think it does make sense
In our experience we see it somehow as

         -> F(act)              # a fact
P(remis) -> C(onclusion)        # a rule
Q(uery)  ->                     # a query

so P and Q are actually on equal feet

> [1] http://lists.w3.org/Archives/Public/www-rdf-rules/#terms
> [2] http://www.w3.org/1999/02/26-modules/User/Algae-HOWTO

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