Gentlemen, I think I haved solved the problem. I have irrefutable data that proves
lou_dias is right. With this shocking revelation in front of me, I am forced to concede that further studies in computer science are completely pointless since they are based in C++ at my institution. I will henceforth send a letter to the dean recommending a wholesale switch to VB.NET. For great justice!
I'm glad I could finally put this argument to rest. Good day to all, and see you on the MSDN forums!