C++ Guide

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    What is C++?
    C++ (pronounced "See plus plus") is a statically typed, free-form, multi-paradigm, compiled, general-purpose programming language. It is regarded as a middle-level language, as it comprises a combination of both high-level and low-level language features. Read more...

    What is C++ used for?
    For big software projects that require high performances. Most major applications and games are made in C++.
    Examples: Photoshop, Firefox, Winamp, Counter Strike...

    Short list of C++ compilers:
    For Windows:
    Borland C++ 5.5
    Microsoft Visual C++ Express
    DevCPP
    For Linux:
    G++(contained in GCC which comes preinstalled in most distros)
    Intel C++ (free for noncommercial use only)
    For Mac OS X:
    Apple C++
    Xcode
    GCC





    Thanks :)
    Dreamy ;p
     
    Aug 13, 2010 #1
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    This is very useful, Thanks B)
     
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    Thanks for the post mate I'm trying to get into programing!

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