I need to get the conio library
My compiler, DevC++ 4.something only has 62% of the conio.c compiler and it doesn't have the function i need. Is it possible for me to get a new conio.c that will work. Or could one of you post the function of kbhit() in you conio.c so that i could copy it into mine. (The conio.h has the kbhit prototype).
Basically how do i get kbhit.
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I wrote one for linux using vVv's code in the FAQ. It shouldn't be that hard to port it to windows. Search the linux board for getch()
Two things:
1. I am too new at programming to port something.
2. Im looking for the kbhit() function.
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kbhit() can be implamented with a getch() function.
Why do you need this function anyway? It is a throwback to the days of DOS. I suggest you concentrate on the event driven paradigms present in modern Windows and Linux development. The basics are really not difficult to grasp... even for a beginner.
Try asking in the Windows forum... kbhit and conio are not part of the C++ language.
Why not upgrade to Dev-C++ 4.9.8 or later? Then you'll have it.
You may need a different compiler.
See This FAQ for some suggestions.
This FAQ explains why you can't use <conio> from a different compiler.
Standard C++ is designed to work with a system where nothing gets sent-out from the keyboard 'till you hit enter. This helps with portability... but causes the problem you're having.
Of course, Windows is not part of the C++ language standard either! Personally, I didn't find it that easy. Here's a Windows tutorial, so you can check it out yourself.
