Just one note that might or might not be applicable to your case but remember that it is all but guaranteed that a FORTRAN compiler will execute some code any faster than say a C program on a PC.sublime said:not sure where this goes, but I am trying to look for a fortran compiler for my windows XP OS that is free so i can get into doing some programming. My school may be getting into a engineering competition and i would be a frontrunner on the team and want to get a headstart. if anyone can help i would appreciate it.
A Fortran compiler is a software program that translates the source code written in the Fortran programming language into machine code that can be executed by a computer.
If you want to write and run programs in the Fortran language on your Windows XP computer, you will need a Fortran compiler. Without it, your computer will not be able to understand and execute your Fortran code.
You can find a Fortran compiler for Windows XP on various websites, such as the official Fortran website or through third-party vendors. You can also check with your university or research institution, as they may have access to a Fortran compiler for academic use.
Yes, there are a few free Fortran compilers available for Windows XP, such as GNU Fortran (GFortran) and the Intel Fortran Compiler (IFORT). However, some may have limitations or may not be suitable for certain types of projects.
It depends on the specific compiler and its system requirements. Some newer versions of Fortran compilers may not be compatible with Windows XP, while others may require certain updates or patches to work properly. It is best to check the system requirements before downloading and installing a Fortran compiler on your Windows XP computer.