GnuWin for Windows

GNU tools for Win32

GnuWin is a project that provides executable computer software, patches, and source codes as native ports. It can be used for various GNU and open-source tools and software. It has been modified to run on 32 bit Windows platforms.

GnuWin is a port to Windows of GNU tools. It uses msvcrt.dll the same way as MSYS and an additional library to provide UNIX compatibility functionality. It is designed to allow Windows programs and batch files access to GNU libraries and applications that emulate Linux.

Linux is an operating system that can be used in conjunction with Windows, Mac, or iOS. Linux even powers Android. It uses different coding languages than Windows. This is where programs like GnuWin or Mingw come in.

GnuWin uses a command-line prompt. This prompt includes filename globbing, path separators and quoted arguments. This allows it run Linux-related software on a relevant Windows platform.

GnuWin comes with extensive notes. These notes include information about applicable features such as binaries and native language support.

The GnuWin source code is able to handle different libraries for Windows. There are two libraries: a static GCC library, and a GCC import library. Both use the DLL, dynamic link library, that's found in the software's binary package.

GnuWin is an open-source piece, which means that anyone can modify it. You can also download the source code for any Windows 32-bit operating system, including 2000 / XP / Vista / 7.

GnuWin is especially useful for those who need to run similar programs on different operating systems. But, most people and companies don’t mix and match systems so widespread use is doubtful. GnuWin is still a powerful program if you know the source code.