On page 4 of the HAL Manual V2.6.0-pre4, 2014-06-12 a float is defined as 64 
bits (i.e which I refer to as a double in my programming), which I take to be 
the case within a HAL context.

However, on page 44 of the same Manual, it is defined as 32 bits (i.e typically 
a float).

Which is correct?  Or am I missing something.

P.S. I am a newbie working systematically through the documentation, and notice 
bugs/errata here and there, where I can usually work out what is correct from 
the context.  However, they are spelling/grammar/tech bugs nevertheless.  
According to the Getting Started manual, in connection with Mesa Configuration 
Wizard bugs, I should report them to the mail-list.  While not wanting to 
clutter up this list with less important corrections, I still take pride in the 
user-driven quality of Linux and my newly-found LinuxCNC gold-mine.  Is there a 
better place to report documentation errata?  Having been in academia in the 
past, I recognise how easily errors can slip into tech documentation, but also 
appreciate the time it takes to weed them out.  So I personally appreciate 
someone who has noticed something to bring it to my attention.  However, if I 
highlight documentation errata, I run the risk of sounding 
pedantic/pernickety/a pain in the ..... if I do so.  I would appreciate some 
guidance as to the approach of this list - or a pointer to a better errata 
depository.

Proudly open-source-community-driven-Linux

Cecil

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DebTech
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