I don't think you're asking about platform dependence in the usual way. When you talk about moving between different OS platforms (e.g. Windows to Linux or vice-versa), Perl can be platform-independent, if the developer chooses not to use platform-specific code.

But, it appears you're talking about using the same OS (Fedora) on different hardware. The answer is simple: Perl scripts are interpreted, so as long as the interpreter works on that hardware, your script will too. Module use shouldn't even be affected, though XS modules may have to be compiled for that architecture.

In short, Perl scripts are architecture-independent (so long as there is a working interpreter) by default, but are platform-independent through careful programming. (architecture is the hardware, platform is the OS and related components).

radiantmatrix
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In reply to Re: Can a perl program always be architecture-independent? by radiantmatrix
in thread Can a perl program always be architecture-independent? by ghenry

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