You might want to check this out from cplusplus.com - The C++ Resources Network...
win32 v. MFC ? - C++ Forum
Only about a month old, but FurryGuy went way above and beyond the call of duty in answering the question you seem to be posting. He provided examples using MFC, Win Api, and I think Win CLI or whatever. Also, some stuff of mine might be helpful...
ProgEx37 -- Windows GUI Programming; Basic Template Program With Discussion
