Execute a program from inside another executable

Question

how can i make an executable file run another executable file?
preferably in c++
on running a .exe file, it should run another .exe file present in the same directory..
what are the necessary c++ codes to be included?

Answer 1

This varies by the operating system. Take a look at the standard system function http://www.cplusplus.com/reference/cstdlib/system/.

Answer 2

#include <stdlib.h>
int system(const char *command);

Should work on Windows and linux systems.

Answer 3

thanks :)