18 Questions
What are the two main kinds of files that compose C programs?
Code files and Header files
Which part of a C program contains compile-time and run-time artifacts that are used when the program is running?
Code files
What do Header files in C programs contain?
Compile-time artifacts
Which part of a C program specifies the characteristics of a function or variable but does not create it?
Function declaration
Which kind of file in C is included by other files, such as code files?
.h files
Where does execution start in a typical C program?
In the main() function
What is the role of the Preprocessor (cpp) in the C compilation process?
It builds the executable from Object files.
Which of the following is a key function of the Compiler (cc1) in C compilation?
It compiles code files into Object files.
What is the main purpose of the Assembler (as) in the C compilation process?
It links the Object files into an executable.
How does Java differ from C in terms of linking?
Java links classes at compile time.
Which component is responsible for bringing together Object files and libraries to build an executable in C?
Linker
What is a key characteristic of type information in Java compared to C?
Type information is stored in class files in Java.
What is the main reason why C is considered ideal for system programming?
C is suitable for manipulating data and devices at the hardware level
Why is it mentioned that C requires you to implement your own data structures?
To make you fully aware of the trade-offs when working with data structures
What aspect of C programming does not hide anything according to the text?
How the system and the machine work
What is the significance of C forcing you to look 'under the hood'?
To deepen your understanding by knowing how things work at a lower level
Which characteristic makes C different from Java based on the information provided?
C requires more manual memory management than Java
What makes C a popular language for working with device drivers and embedded systems?
C's ability to manipulate hardware at a low level
Explore the similarities in syntax between C and Java programming languages with a focus on the traditional 'Hello, World!' program. Learn about the identical structures like loops, if statements, local variables, expressions, and more.
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