At 03:46 PM 5/8/2003 +0200, you wrote:
>What is an "easy datatype"?

I have not the slightest; I didn't write that. I assume it's a translation
of "simple" from another language than English.

>What is a "bastardized compiler"?

One that does not conform substantially to the
ISO/IEC 9899:1999 (E) standard. The "." I suggested prevents conversions
from taking place, so it matters less.

>Why should it be double?

There can be unholy interactions between the linked FP libraries
and the data type selected, IME. Check carefully that everything is
consistent.

Best regards,

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