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Difference between FIXED and PINNED Supports

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What is the main difference between  FIXED and PINNED Supports.

I know Fixed will have moment.And in pinned there won't be moment.

But How it will be in practical Scenario. If i have Steel Bridge, The column support will be bolted. So in STAAD it should be Fixed Support.

Some people are using Pinned Support. Which one is correct. What is the main difference between  FIXED and PINNED Supports in real time.

Can some one clarify.