target-specific variables in the prereq section

Hello, I'm using make version 3.79.1 on a Solaris 7 machine and have run across a peculiar feature when using target-specific variables. Basically, global variables are being used in the prerequisite section while target-specific variables are used in the command lines. An example Makefile and

Re: Option `-n' broken

%% Carlo Wood <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: I do not believe this is a bug, although it is a bit confusing. I'll explain what's happening. First, you should go read the chapter _How Makefiles Are Remade_ in the GNU make manual. This is crux of why you're seeing this behavior. cw> FOO="This sh

Option `-n' broken

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