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| − | This means being able to build a binary on a ''host'' system that will run on a ''target'' system | + | This means being able to build a binary on a ''host'' system that will run on a ''target'' system. Generally the term refers to the case where these systems are of different system architectures. For example compiling the [[Husk.c]] under Linux and producing a binary that will run under windows or mac. |
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Revision as of 22:10, 10 November 2006
This means being able to build a binary on a host system that will run on a target system. Generally the term refers to the case where these systems are of different system architectures. For example compiling the Husk.c under Linux and producing a binary that will run under windows or mac.
- host enviroment
- a version of gcc and binutils that supports cross compilation is required in the host enviroment
- headers to link against are required
- libraries are required to be present that are compatible with the target system.
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