embedded python in c++, do i need python installed

Question

when embedding python in a c++ application using

#include "python2.6/Python.h"

and linking -lpython2.6

does the target computer (computer running the final compiled program) need to have python installed in order to work with my application?

thanks

Answer 1

It depends. Are you linking the libraries statically or dynamically? If you link dynamically then yes your target computer needs to have Python installed.