MinGW and Python

[Edward Elliott]

Alex Martelli wrote:
> I assume you mean "compare pybench on Python 2.4.3 compiled under" etc.

Yep

> Unfortunately, I suspect the ex-officio gcc defenders will only react by
> finding yet another quibble (anything to avoid admitting that gcc may
> not be as good at optimizing as a _Microsoft_ product -- perish the
> thought!), therefore I'm disinclined to invest my scarce free time in
> that particular endeavour.

No problem.  I don't expect anyone to follow through, it was more a
suggestion to forestall rampant speculation. :)