26bit OSLibSupport

[Tony van der Hoff]

"David J. Ruck" <druck at druck.org.uk> wrote in message
<4b0506464d.druck at druck.freeuk.net>

> Hi,
> 
> I've just tried to build a 26bit version of a program (emergency job for a
> customer) and found the 26bit version of release 6.70 o.OSLibSupport is
> polluted with 32bit code, so wont link.
> 
> Is there any chance of a quick rebuild to rectify this, or sending me an
> archive of the sources (had no luck getting cvs to work).
> 
> Cheers
> ---Dave
> 

Well, a quick rebuild is well out of the question, but I have sent Dave the
sources. I don't understand his problem with CVS. As for 26-bit builds; it
used to work, but the current GCCsdk no longer supports them. 

I have no great desire to either revert to an earlier GCC specifically for
26 bit OSLibSupport builds; nor do I want to revert to building under RISC
OS, using the Castle compiler. Others may wish to for their own purposes...

Since this only affects OSLibSupport, the current code is in any case 26/32
bit neutral, and the 32 bit SCL is readily available, I really don't see the
point in expending the effort in maintaining a 26 bit version. Whilst I was
prepared unto now to maintain a dual build for OSLib and its dependants, I
think that our hand has been forced by the GCCsdk project's decision to
abandon 26 bits.

I realise this won't find acclaim in all circles, but my time is limited...
sorry!

That said, I'll listen to, if perhaps not respond to, any violent objections
or constructive suggestions from this group.

Cheers, Tony
-- 
Tony van der Hoff
Buckinghamshire England