The libgcc.so for glibc initiative

[Mark Brown]

"H . J . Lu" wrote:
> > While libgcc.so may be a per-platform issue, I do not see why we cannot
> > work with/educate the appropriate gcc maintainer on this; as long as
> > part of the education includes why we need a libgcc that meets *all*
> > of the glibc needs.
> 
> Last time when I tried it, they didn't wany any solution which only
> works for glibc. They want a solution which works on all targets gcc
> supports. That is why I said the solution they chose would fall far
> short for glibc.

I had a discussion on this point with another gcc SC member, David
Edelsohn. He is of the opinion that looking at libgcc as a per-platform
item is a valid viewpoint, and agrees that maybe there needs to be a version
done for gibc. He's not the only one who feels that way -- don't know if he
represents the majority or not.

this leads me to believe that if we approach this in a non-confrontational
matter we might get what we need in this way.

Mark

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