thanks, i dont think i will be able to make games for linux but i can try when i get used to using c++ (when i get it). about .net will i just get Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 Standard instead? or get MS Visual C++ Professional Edition - ( v. 6.0 ) - licence - 1 user - VOL - Level B - CD - Win? i'm looking on amazon if you have any good ideas could you put a link to the product please so i can view it please.