[Zope] Publishing Python Objects with External Methods versus publishing Python objects Python objects

I'm trying to understand the distinction between External Methods and directly publishing Python objects. The various tutorials on Zope discuss publishing objects and there is one on External Methods. Can objects be published without using External Methods? Benjamin L Derstine Network Administrator Real Education, Inc. 10200 A East Girard Avenue Denver, CO 80231 e-mail: bend@realeducation.com phone: 303-873-7400 fax: 303-873-7449 http://www.realeducation.com "The Leader in Online Education over the Internet"