Joel, http://www.delorie.com/ g++/gcc online documentation, and book recommendations. Also, as far as how gcc/g++ compare, they are pretty much an industry standard. Many *nix programmers will use them over proprietary compilers. I'm trying to learn to use them, as well as VC++ to keep my experience well-rounded. I'd recommend you think of your personal goals and learn GNU while you're thinking of them :) HTH Lucas Vogel