To compile a source code written in a language like C with Dev C++ under Windows Vista Operating System, can be a difficult process. Like many problems, there are two ways to solve this one: the quick way or the other, most recommended, one, which may be a lengthy process. The quick solution involves using g++ compiler that can be used with Dev-PSV, replacing the gcc.exe file under the Programs tab of the Tools/Compiler option with g++.exe. The recommended one is by downloading and installing CodeBlocks & Mingw. CodeBlocks which would help find the gcc compiler automatically.

Compiling a program in C with Dev C++ on Vista

Issue

Compiling a C source code under Vista with Dev C++, can be quite a difficult procedure.

First Solution

• Quick solution: the g++ compiler

To be used with Dev-PSV:

• Go to Tools/compiler options and then click on the Programs tab.
• Replace gcc.exe found in the first case with g++.exe

Second solution

• Recommended solution:

The use of g++ to compile a C code is not necessarily the most appropriate method. Here below you shall find the most suitable way:

• Download the CodeBlocks: http://www.codeblocks.org/downloads.
• Have Mingw download and install it.
• Download the following file from and uncompress it in C:mingw.
• http//www.dessent.net/tmp/gcc-vista-3.4.5-20060117-1.tar.gz
• Install CodeBlocks
• CodeBlocks will automatically find Gcc

See also

Knowledge communities.

• Forum
• Programming forum
• Windows forum
• Windows XP

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