Chapter 1. C and C++ compilers

This chapter focuses on the latest versions of the IBM C and C++ compiler products for AIX: C for AIX Version 6.0 and VisualAge C++ for AIX Version 6.0. The latest compiler products offer enhanced support in optimizations, POWER4™ architecture exploitation, the latest ISO C and C++ Standard conformance, as well as compatibility features targeted to GNU C/C++ portability, explained in the first two sections:

  • Section 1.1, “C for AIX Version 6.0” on page 2

  • Section 1.2, “VisualAge C++ for AIX Version 6.0” on page 16

The other sections provide a comprehensive guide to installing and configuring the compiler products on your AIX systems:

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