The file `boost_system-vc140-mt-1_59.dll` is a dynamic link library associated with the Boost C++ Libraries, specifically the Boost.System component. The Boost.System library offers a foundation for simple and consistent error-code handling in C++ programs.
The naming of the DLL provides hints about its compilation and compatibility. The "vc140" fragment indicates that the library was compiled using Microsoft Visual Studio 2015, as "vc140" is the toolset identifier for this version of the compiler. The "mt" suggests that the library uses multi-threading. The "1_59" denotes that this DLL is from Boost version 1.59.
For developers and users encountering issues with this DLL, it's essential to ensure that the correct version of the DLL is used in correspondence with the rest of the application, especially when multiple versions of Boost libraries might be present on the system. Compatibility with the appropriate version of Microsoft Visual Studio is also crucial. Missing or corrupted instances of this DLL might result in application errors or crashes, and it might be necessary to reinstall or repair the associated software to address such issues.
