   HELP  openGL basics
  Basically, i am looking to start using openGL however, i am stuck.1) i am struggling to link files in vc++ 2010. should i use an older more mainstream version? or 2) do i need to download the libraries or are they are already on my pc? if so where?thanks in advance,   
  No vc++ 2010 is plenty mainstream, you don't have to downgrade. What are you trying to link specifically? What steps have you taken, what's your error?http://www.opengl.org/resources/faq/technical/gettingstarted.htmSee section 2.060   ;  I am new to VS 2010 as well but it is commonly used so use it.You will have to download opengl header files and library files if it gives these error on compiling.If some opengl program is not working giving header or library error. Go to project in the menu, project properties, then to configuration properties, VC++ directories there you will see include directory to add header files and library directory and add .lib.   ;  ;) thats awesome thanks   