>   0: What compiler is it that every one is using and where can I get it.

Basically, the (g)cc that comes with NetBSD is ok for about anything (unless
you're involved with some heavy C++-programming).


>   1: Will I have enough HD space with 250M ?

Should be ok to keep sources for a -current-kernel plus some of your own
C-programms (as always, depending a great deal on how big they are ;-).


>   2: I keep seeing reference to "sup" files. What are they?

It stands for "Software Update Protocol" and is the preferred method to update
your sources (kernel, etc.). Try getting the sup-archive somethere on
ftp.netbsd.org.


>   3: Is there an FAQ to guide me in installing/using compiler.

Erm, try the 4.4BSD Porgrammer's Documentation. If you have used any C-compiler
on some (decent ;) Unix before, you shouldn't experience any surprises.


Hubert

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