Overview

This document contains an overview of the new structure and features of LATEX. It is not a self-contained document, as it contains only the features of LATEX<#40#><#40#> which have changed since version 2.09. You should read this document in conjunction with an introduction to LATEX<#41#><#41#>.
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contains an overview of the new structure of LATEX<#44#><#44#> documents. It describes how classes and packages work and how class and package options can be used. It lists the standard packages and classes which come with LATEX.
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describes the new commands available to authors in LATEX2e.
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shows how to process old LATEX<#47#><#47#> documents with LATEX2e.
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contains advice on dealing with problems you may encounter in running LATEX2e. It lists some error messages which are new in LATEX2e<#49#><#49#> and it describes some of the more common problems and how to cure them, or where to find further information.