C++ is simply a specification of the language while VC++ is a specific implementation of the language that should follow the specification but doesn't. The differences are relatively minor, but can cause problems porting code between compilers. Implementations that follow the specification are generally considered better as they are more compliant with each other. However, if all you want to do is write Windows programs, VC++ is as good a choice as any.
The complete history of Visual C++ can be found in the "Visual C++" article in Wikipedia.
Visual C++ 6.0 is more than 16 years old. It is no longer available to buy and it was never available for free. The current version is Visual C++ 2013.
Your question request a comparison between apples and pears. C++ is a programming language. Microsoft Visual C++ Express is one of many development tools that you can use to create programs using the C++ programming language. Microsoft Visual C++ Express supports native C++ development, and supports development in 'managed C++,' a Microsoft-specific derivative of the C++ language, aimed specifically at the .NET platform.
You can download latest version of Visual Studio from microsoft.com
The Express edition of C++ does not require a serial code. It is free.
Microsoft developed Visual C++.
The complete history of Visual C++ can be found in the "Visual C++" article in Wikipedia.
No, M$ Windoze only.
Yes. Microsoft Visual C++ is the correct name, but it is often abbreviated to MSVC++ or just VC++. They are all the same.
Yes.
No. Visual C++ Express is free, but Visual Studio C++ must be bought. The Express edition is a subset of the Studio release.
Nevermind, I did it.
Visual C++ 6.0 is more than 16 years old. It is no longer available to buy and it was never available for free. The current version is Visual C++ 2013.
Microsoft Visual C++ or Embarcadero C++ Builder (formally Borland C++ Builder).
Chuck Sphar has written: 'Learn Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 now' -- subject(s): C++ (Computer program language), Microsoft Visual C++ 'Learn Microsoft Visual C [plus plus] 6.0 now' -- subject(s): C
The switch / case statement.
As much as your car can fly.