'a.out'. The output file can be specified by adding the option '-o
file_name'. However the best way, especially when using multiple files,
is to use makefiles, as discussed next.
'makefile' will automagically execute commands for
you by typing 'make'. Here is an example
makefile which is just for
compiling one program with 7 source files. It can be copied to create a simple makefile.
Not only does this save typing, but it means that only files which have been
changed need to be recompiled, saving time.
A more flexible makefile could compile one of several programs by typing 'make program'. This is shown in this example makefile where the makefile can do several different things. Note how a makefile can include any command, not just compile.
You can download and modify either of these for your own programs and source code, and soon you will be compiling your own programs with ease.