in reply to Re: "force string context"?
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If you need to handle integers bigger than 2**31 (> 2147483646) you should use Math::BigInt
If your integers are less than about 2**51, there will be no loss of significant digits (because Perl will automatically start using doubles). If your integers will be less than 2**63, I'd prefer a 64int perl over Math::BigInt. (In fact, I always compile my perls to turn on 64 bit integer support).

Abigail

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Re: Re: "force string context"?
by gmpassos (Priest) on Apr 16, 2004 at 20:20 UTC
    But to use 64int I need a 64bit CPU?

    And what is the option to enable that? I never compiled in this way and I'm interested to make some tests.

    Graciliano M. P.
    "Creativity is the expression of the liberty".

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      But to use 64int I need a 64bit CPU?
      No, all you need is a compiler being able to deal with it.

      For compiling options, please read the INSTALL, README and README.<your OS> files that come with the source.

      Abigail

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