-=>Quoting Randal Kohutek to All <=-
RK>Heyya all
RK>I'm a newbie to C++ and have a couple of questions. I bought a
RK>copy of Borland c++ 3.0 for $5 at a garage sale (with manual) and
RK>after reading about half of it (and writing a few shoddy programs)
RK>I need some help.
Sure, come on in. We're friendly, damnit! [grin]
RK>Is borland c++ 3.0 majorly outdated?
Not for you, nor any newbie. It is for DOS, though I have no
problems running any of my progs under W95. 3.0 supports all C++
syntax, and for $5 it is a very inexpensive way to get to know C++.
The manual is well written, the IDE (while not the greatest) is
colorful and flexible. I got mine for $10, and I used it to get
through my C++ programming classes.
IMHO, I think it is better for you than the windows based versions,
since the extra overhead of Windows can be distracting.
RK>I'm getting the feeling it is. If so, does anyone have any
RK>suggestions on the best *LOW COST* compiler deal out there? I know
RK>GNU (g++) is around, but jeez ...
GNU is free, but it's not for someone new to C. Installing it, and
getting it to work right can be a bear. If you can get someone to do
that for you, that would be good. But good luck.
RK>so, if you can give some info as to the latest/best c++ progs, I'd
RK>appreciate it. Thanks, Randal Kohutek - slip42@juno.com
Stay with 3.0 unless you got an extra $200. Then get a development
suite. However, if you are getting your feet wet with C++, your
garage sale deal is a good one in my opinion.
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