GNU Compiler Collection (GCC)

Software Overview

The GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) is a suite of open source compliers most commonly used for compiling C and C++ programs. GCC supports several other programming languages as well, including Objective-C, Fortran, Java, Ada, Go, and BRIG (HSAIL). The compilers are most commonly used on Unix-based systems, but a Windows port, called MiniGW, can be used as well.

GCC includes several different compilers:

• gcc: A C compiler
• g++: A C++ and Objective-C compiler
• gfortran: A Fortran compiler
• gcj: A Java compiler
• GNAT: An Ada compiler
• gccgo: A Go compiler

One great feature of GCC is its ability to cross-compile programs for different platforms. This means that, even though a developer uses GCC on one platform, it may be compiled for another target platform.

GCC is one of the most common choices for compiling C and C++ programs on Unix-based systems. If you're developing for Linux, GCC is a good go-to choice. It can also be used for Windows, but other compilers are typically preferred, such as the compiler included with Microsoft Visual Studio.

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