ok, I am wanting to learn about C++, and I have this old Teach Yourself C++ in 24 hrs. book, and im wondering, how do I compile my code? It says in the book, once done, compile it. How do I do that. Is there some place I can download a compiler?

Also, it says I should end the file with .cpp but my when I type it in the notepad and save it, it does filename.cpp.txt how do I get it to just end with .cpp like it ask?

I know these sound like stupid questions, but I cannot find it in this book. Hope you can help.

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