Why is my executable so large?, C++ FAQ

C++ FAQ

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FAQ: Why is my executable so large? ←(in the new Super-FAQ)

It's in Section: Class libraries:

FAQ: What is the "STL"?
FAQ: Where can I get a copy of "STL"?
FAQ: How can I find a Fred object in an STL container of Fred* such as std::vector<Fred*>?
FAQ: Where can I get help on how to use STL?
FAQ: How can you tell if you have a dynamically typed C++ class library?
FAQ: What is the NIHCL? Where can I get it?
FAQ: Where can I ftp the code that accompanies "Numerical Recipes"?
FAQ: Why is my executable so large? (this FAQ)
FAQ: Where can I get tons and tons of more information on C++ class libraries?