He is new sde
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Anyway, what problems do you have with DevCPP? Did you download it from my site?
Check out
THIS THREAD and see how it goes.
You also asked a question about the full potential of C++ and platform independent programming. First of all, ansi C++ does not know about platforms (like Windows XP), so that problem is solved straight away. Certainly when studying as a novice, you won't be bothered by platforms much (console programs).
But first check out the link I gave you (above) and try to move on from there.