Cross compilation occurs when a compiler running on one system produces executables for another system — this is an important concept when the target system doesn't have a native set of compilation tools, or when the host system is faster or has greater resources. In this how-to article, Peter Seebach discusses the initial setup of a cross compilation environment (using the Sharp Zaurus handheld as focus)… and covers the installation of tools, basic compilation, installing programs on the handheld, and such advanced issues as building programs that use configure scripts.

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