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libstdc++

• C++ runtime Library of GNU toolchain
• Not part of glibc, ships as part of the toolchain.

Why libstdc++ ships separately with the toolchain while Glibc is part of Linux system?

• Standard C library is fundamental to Linux system as provides the bridge between the kernel and userspace.
• C++ standard library is less fundamental and hence shipped as part of the toolchain.

See also

• [libc++]] ](/AshokBhat/notes/wiki/[[glibc) | libstdc++ |