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Intel C/C++ Compiler 8.0 Released

Posted by timothy on from the compatibility-rocks dept.

Peorth writes "Intel has released version 8.0 of their Intel C/C++ compiler for both Windows and Linux. This release has been rumored for a long time to contain 100% GCC source and binary compatibility. It seems great strides have been made in advancement of that goal, as well as of its performance, but it may have a long way to go yet. Has anyone had experiences with it yet, either good or bad?"

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  1. okay. by /dev/trash · · Score: 0, Troll

    But it's not free. Why would I want a compiler that isn't free?

  2. Re:Awfully tenuous argument by love2hateMS · · Score: 0, Troll

    I was interested in your reply until I clicked on your sig...

    You don't need a tin foil hat-- you need a tin foil body suit.