PARI/GP or comparable number theory program?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding a suitable version of PARI/GP or comparable number theory software that can run on a MacBook Pro. Participants explore options for updated versions, emulators, and alternative software for testing complex functions that generate large numbers.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks a version of PARI/GP or similar software compatible with MacBook Pro, requesting information on updated versions or emulators.
  • Another participant suggests ARIBAS as an alternative, noting its lack of built-in complex arithmetic but offering assistance with custom scripts.
  • A different participant mentions that PARI/GP is included in Sage, a free symbolic algebra system, and provides a link for more information.
  • One participant advocates for Sage as a better option due to its newer features, GUI, and broader capabilities, while also suggesting that building PARI/GP from source is possible.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants present multiple competing views regarding the best software option, with no consensus on a single solution. Some advocate for ARIBAS, while others prefer Sage or sticking with PARI/GP.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention potential challenges with installation and building software from source, but do not resolve these issues or provide detailed instructions.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in number theory software, particularly those using MacBook Pro and seeking alternatives to PARI/GP.

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i'm trying to find a version of PARI or PARI/GP or a comparable number theory program that will run on my MacBook Pro.
if anyone knows of a site with an updated version or an emulator that will get older versions of PARI working on my computer or newer and better software for testing out long complex functions that generate very large numbers please let me know
 
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Pari-GP is now a 'package' that has been incorporated into Sage, a free symbolic algebra system. See sagemath.org

Alternatively, Pari GP is still available for download and will work on your MacBook Pro. The installation is a bit fiddly though.
 
I'd say Sage is probably better, since it's newer, has a GUI, and contains more than just PARI/GP. But if you really want PARI/GP, you probably can just build it from source. Have you tried building it yourself?

Extract http://pari.math.u-bordeaux.fr/pub/pari/unix/pari-2.5.1.tar.gz in a folder and run:
Code:
$ cd [folder]
$ ./Configure
$ make
# make install
 
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