[newbie] Can't compile program

[cosmorph]

Im new to linux. Iv figured most of the basic stuff like connecting to 
the internet sound, printer etc. Now that im connected I want to 
download stuff. I downloaded kicq im not quit sure how to go about 
compiling it. I would appreciate you help. I thank you in advance to 
your replies!!

Thank you!
Jerome
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