[patch] MIPS/ELF: %call_r/%got_r operators for relocation override

Thiemo Seufer ica2_ts@csv.ica.uni-stuttgart.de
Fri Sep 12 12:34:00 GMT 2003


Richard Sandiford wrote:
> Thiemo Seufer <ica2_ts@csv.ica.uni-stuttgart.de> writes:
> > - The assumption about 'la $25' being a CALL is always ok for SVR4_PIC,
> >   $25 is reserved for only this purpose.
> 
> I don't think that's right.  $25's special meaning only applies at
> function entry.  Other than that, it's a general temporary register
> that you can use for anything.

You are right, I forgot $25 is special cased WRT.

Maciej, I think your patch is ok.


Thiemo



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