I am just starting out with C++. I'm trying to configure NetBeans, but it needs a compiler. Any idea where and how I would get one? I'd prefer one that doesn't need to be installed (i.e: portable software) but if one doesn't exist, that's OK too.
So, Windows I suppose. You can install MinGW and use g++ compiler, you can install Microsoft Visual Studio and use its compiler. Other path slightly harder.