Best C compiler for ms server 2008?

[darsunt]

I've heard that MS visual studio 2008 is the best C++ compiler for MS server 2008. Does it work equally well as a C compiler? And are there other good options for C compiler for this op system?

Thanks

 

[Baez]

Moved to correct area.

Visual Studio works as a C and C++ compiler equally. Borland does not run on Server 2008 but GCC does.

 

[darsunt]

Thanks. Good to know GCC works on 2008, nice to have another option.

I've heard MinGW works on MS op systems. Does it work on 2008?

THanks

 

[kmote]

I don't think you can get the real gcc for windows but mingw is a windows version of gcc.

 

[Baez]

Yes GCC is for Linux platforms only. MinGW is the one you want.