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  • There are various methods, some easier to implement than others. The approach to be taken can depend on the size of the text file and the expected number of matching lines. Can you describe the specific problem you're trying to solve? Thanks :) Commented Aug 7, 2009 at 15:47
  • . . . and the desired performance. Commented Aug 7, 2009 at 15:48