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Reputation: 48077

Why is GNU C Library called an implementation of C standard library?

Doesn't GNU C Library (glibc) include an implementation of C POSIX library, which is a superset of C standard library? So, it seems glibc is much "larger" than a "C standard library". Can you use the word "implementation" in this case?

Upvotes: 1

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Answers (1)

Reed Copsey
Reed Copsey

Reputation: 564333

Can you use the word "implementation" in this case?

Yes, because it does implement each and every portion of the C Standard Library.

This makes sense, given that it's a superset of the standard library.

Upvotes: 2

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