Compiling i586

[jdmBlue]

I`m new to compiling and need someone to answer a question if they would please. My understanding is that when I compile 32 bit it is x86 rather than i586 architecture. If this is so is there a way to compile the i586 version? How do I do this or do you know of a resource that explains?

Thank You

[dimesio]

My understanding is that when I compile 32 bit it is x86 rather than i586 architecture.

i586 is a subset of x86.