htaccess file size

Just how many lines can be in the htaccess file?

[Propools]

We're using the .htaccess file for our permanent 301's.
Is this correct?

Additionally, How many lines or file size is to big?

Currently we're just shy of 1,000 lines.

[g1smd]

It is not the number of lines that is the problem, but the processing time for each request.

With intelligent pattern creation and the use of "local OR" notation it is likely the number of lines could be significantly cut.

Consider similar URLs and look at the

th(is|at)

and

[ct]hat

logic, etc.

[jdMorgan]

> 1,000 lines.

A good start... :)

Jim