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From: gardner@kodak.UUCP (dick gardner)
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Subject: Re: Text Editors
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Date: Mon, 4-Aug-86 11:45:05 EDT
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Organization: Eastman Kodak Co, Rochester, NY
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Keywords:MIX C compiler, speed, size


I am not an expert on C compilers, but I did buy and use the MIX C and
found it to be adequate for the programs that I write. (Occasional)

The main concern about MIX C is that it compiles into psuedo-code, and
requires a run-time support package, which translates to a rather large
code size.  The run-time package can exist separately or be included in
the program.    

Included in the package are utilities to optimize for size and/or speed.
MIX C programs run noticeably slower than those that create assembler
source, naturally.  A simple test of a software timing loop resulted in
code 1/4 the speed of Aztec C, for example.  Keep in mind that the
cost is about 1/3.

It is a full-blown implementation of C, with some nice enhancements.
The tutorial/manual is excellent, with sensible examples, and clear
explanations.

All in all, the package is certainly worth $59.

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             Dick Gardner
             Eastman Kodak Co.
             Rochester, New York  14650
             (716) 477-1002
       UUCP: rochester!kodak!gardner

To err is human -- to really screw it up
		   you need a computer!
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