**NEWBIE - QUESTION**

[Staven Bruce]

I am new to Python and am trying to use the Python-2.3.2-1Interperter on
Windows. I have a .py file and I am trying to compile it into a .pyc file.
When I began experimenting with Python, I could have sworn that opening the
.py file in IDLE, modifying it, and then saving it would automatically
create the corresponding .pyc file. But this is not working. 

I have checked the FAQ's and the Python Help pages, but I believe I am
somewhat dense. If I try to call 'compileall file.py', the syntax is
invalid. If I try to call 'compile file.py' I also receive a syntax error. I
know I am missing something rather basic here, but if anyone could
point/shove me in the right direction I would appreciate it. 

Staven
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