GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) 8.2 - Supported File Formats

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's modular design also allows plugins to be installed to extend functionality of the software. Additional functionality includes support for programming languages that do not come with GCC.

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 .

Primary File Type

.C C/C++ Source Code File

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