-=> Quoting John Bourne to All <=-

 JB> I am *very* new to C and I need a compiler (obviously) ..
 JB> I am wondering what is the best compiler for a beginner like me and
 JB> how much is it gonna cost me .. 

Pacific C is a modern ANSI C compiler which is Australian & I believe is
used in many universities. I think it costs $99, but try first - A
shareware version has been uploaded to the SPCUG BBS :-

PACIFIC.EXE   696K 14-01-96  A MSDOS C Compiler v7.45 ANSI C - fast, compact 
                             code Shareware

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