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What is the programming language used to make Windows XP ?

What is the programming language used to make Windows XP ?
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Hi brokenlove,

Java! No seriously, I really think (without being a 100% sure) it is C++.

Cheers!
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hey as all said... i'm sure it is C++...

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tarek
No, tarek, I'm sure it's not C++, for the simple reason that vtables create an unacceptable performance hit for tight loops. Large amounts of Windows are definitely written in C++, but the more serious critical parts are written in C or asm.
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C++ and Assembly
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Many languages are used including HTML and Javascript
I've looked around and can't find anything that uses HTML and/or JavaScript - can you indicate where these might be used?
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cool - I didn't know that!