Compiler

[maxorator]

I need a compiler that compiles MFC applications.

I can't download Visual C++ 2005 Express Edition, because it needs Service Pack 2, and I can't download Service Pack 2 because Windows Update doesn't work (the loading just never ends).

[Kurisu33]

You did buy Windows.. right? :P

[maxorator]

Of course I did.
I think the problem is in IE, it can't load some https pages...

[Ken Fitlike]

I recall reading that there were issues with a recent iexplore update on winxp-sp1 systems, for which a patch to fix the buggy patch has been released - check out microsoft's site and install this updated patch and see if this helps.

I'm moving this thread to tech.

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>>I need a compiler that compiles MFC applications.<<

The express editions don't permit use of mfc; the standard edition is the minimum required. If you are still at school or are a student (full or part-time) you may be eligible for a substantial student discount - contact your school/college and/or microsoft to get more information.

[maxorator]

Isn't there any free compiler that supports MFC?
Aren't there any libraries for Mingw that let you use MFC?

I am not good at converting MFC to Win32, so I need a compiler to compile MFC applications.

[Mario F.]

You have to use the commercial versions of Microsoft Visual Studio.

[maxorator]

I know that's an option... but I hoped there's are other ways to do it...

[CornedBee]

No legal ones.

[siavoshkc]

I think it shouldn't be that hard to make Windows update working. You can get help from MS forum.

[Frobozz]

I can't download Service Pack 2 because Windows Update doesn't work (the loading just never ends).

How about ordering a CD of Service Pack 2?

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/d...s/default.mspx

I've ordered one before and I didn't have to pay for it or the shipping. I'd imagine its the same way still.

[ryan_germain]

or go to another computer (if you have any friends or work or something) and download it from the ms website. after burn it to a cd. i did that a while ago, not sure if you can still just download it by itself but i dont see why not