C++: When should I use structs instead of classes and where are the speed differences?

Question

• When should I use a struct instead of a class? I\'m currently using classes for everything from OpenGL texture wrappers to bitmap fonts.

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Answer 1

I like to use classes when I need to have an explicit destructor. Because then, you should be following the rule of three, in which case you need to write a copy constructer and assignment overloader. With all of this, it seems more natural to use a class than a struct.