nostdlib

Prevents the compiler from using standard libraries and startup files when linking.

IDE Equivalent

None

Architectures

IA-32, IntelŪ EM64T, IntelŪ ItaniumŪ architecture

Syntax

Linux and Mac OS: -nostdlib
Windows:  None

Arguments

None

Default

OFF The compiler uses standard startup files and standard libraries when linking.

Description

This option prevents the compiler from using standard libraries and startup files when linking. It is provided for GNU compatibility.

Alternate Options

None

See Also

nodefaultlibs compiler option

nostartfiles compiler option