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ARM Development Tools

GNU C Compiler Support

The Keil embedded development tools for ARM work with the GNU Compiler Collection (GCC). GCC is an open-source development effort with numerous contributors. It is widely available and supports many devices. It has the distinct advantage of low entry cost and popularity.

When you use the Keil µVision IDE, you have the choice of several different ARM toolsets. To select the GNU toolset...

  1. Open the Components, Environment, and Books dialog from the Project Menu,
  2. Select the Folders/Extensions Tab,
  3. and Check Use GNU Compiler.

    µVision GNU Tools Selection

To get started, download the Keil Evaluation Kit and the GNU Compiler.