How do u build the library? I've worked with sfml before and did a simple download and add files to appropriate folders but not so with lib curl. Thanks for any help.

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> On Jun 3, 2014, at 8:48 PM, Nick Zitzmann <nick_at_chronosnet.com> wrote:
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>> On Jun 3, 2014, at 11:16 AM, chamburger1_at_aol.com wrote:
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>> hi can anyone tell me what the difference is between winsock and libcurl? C++ moderate beginner looking to start making programs using networks.
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> Winsock performs mid-level socket-based communication at the transport layer. libcurl is a high-level library that communicates with servers using an application layer protocol such as HTTP or IMAP.
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>> Another question, can I just download and link up the appropriate files from the libcurl zip to my projects or is it required to "cmake" or build the library first? Not sure I get how this works and if eanyone cold explain I;d be greatful forever.
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> You'd best build the library separately and either statically or dynamically link it with your project. It will save you time and sanity.
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