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55 50 Ron

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I have several listings in my programs area that are called

Microsoft C++ redistributables with version numbers following.

What are they and what do they do?

I do understand that C++ is a software programming language, but I don't know how to use it nor do I do any programming so why would I have C++ available on my machine?

Thanks much folks.

Ron
 
They're basically libraries of common code that is used by other software programs. They get installed so the programs/apps don't have to include that code - keeps them smaller and many apps can share the same code so they don't all have to include copies of the same code...
 
55 50 Ron: Thanks to you and NEBeef for this timely question and answer. Just so happens that I am "reloading" a crashed Windows 7 machine and wasn't exactly sure on the C++ files. Collectively, guys on this site have a good reputation for ANSWERING questions, little did I realize that you can also ANTICIPATE them. Thanks again. LOL!
 
They're called "redistributable" because MS allows third-party software developers to distribute them along with third-party software without paying additional licensing fees.

Compiling a computer program is a two-step process: First the pieces of code are compiled into executable object files. The object files are then linked together along with any required libraries to form an executable program. Libraries may be linked statically or dynamically. Static linked libraries become part of the executable program, making it quite large even though the program may need only a small part of the library. Dynamically linked libraries are linked at run time. Not only does this make the program smaller, it makes it much easier to patch a library bug; you just have to replace the library (.dll) file rather than recompile and relink the whole program.
 
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