Robert wrote regarding 'Re: [OT] Y2K38' on Tue, Dec 13 at 16:28:
> And what kind of 'expert' says "the problem is only with 32 bit
> computers. 64 bit computers will be the norm in a few years"?

Experts know that switching to 64-bit native computers will magically
recompile all programs to use 64-bit ints.  Even programs that depend
on the size of structures internally will suddenly be converted.  The
experts know that this is the obvious solution, since it will mean no
one has to bother changing the header where time_t is defined.  I
think that's silly, but I'm no expert.

Of course, it's foolish to assume that 32-bit computers could use
64-bit integer representations - that's like trying to plug a Nintendo
Game Cube game into a Sega Master System.  Duh, that won't work!  It
doesn't have enough bits!  Those silly old 32-bit computers will be
thrown into the trash like so many Colecovision consoles, when the
revolution comes.

--Danny, who hates the news media
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