[NTLUG:Discuss] c compiler cannot create executables

[cyberclay]

Hey,
  When running ./configure as root, I get an error saying that the "C 
compiler
cannot create executables."  However, if I run this same ./configure as 
a normal
user, it functions properly.  I assume this has to do with a discrepency 
in my
library paths, or something to that effect.  If anyone knows how to 
correct
this problem, please let me know.
  Your prompt response is appreciated.

Regards,
  cyberclay