[Python-Dev] Support for Python/Windows

[Christian Heimes]

Curt Hagenlocher wrote:
> Considering that the compilers are all freely downloadable as part of
> the Windows SDK, it would be weird if the subscription were *more*
> restrictive than what you can get without it.
> 
> Disclaimer: I work for Microsoft, but eh, I'm just guessing.

Some features like PGO aren't available in VS Express Edition or Windows
SDK. I'm not sure about all aspects of X86_64 builds, too. I'm prefer
better safe than sorry.

Disclaimer: I would never disclose that I'm a tiny bit paranoid ... :)

Christian