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What is the primary purpose of a computer program?
What is the primary purpose of a computer program?
Which of the following is considered a type of computer software?
Which of the following is considered a type of computer software?
What describes a computer language?
What describes a computer language?
Why must instructions in a computer program be performed sequentially?
Why must instructions in a computer program be performed sequentially?
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Which of these is NOT a function of system software?
Which of these is NOT a function of system software?
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Study Notes
Computer Program Fundamentals
- A computer program consists of a sequential set of instructions, called codes, intended for a specific computational task.
- Common types of computer programs include:
- System software
- Web browsers
- Utility software
- Multimedia software
- Spreadsheet software
- Instructions in a computer program are executed sequentially unless an alternative direction is provided.
Computer Language
- A computer language establishes a framework of grammatical rules enabling communication with a computer.
- It commands the computer or device to perform designated functions, often referred to as a programming language.
- Computer languages support a variety of tasks by defining units of work that can be expressed through code.
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Description
This quiz explores the basics of computer programs and programming languages. You'll learn about the different types of software, their functions, and how instructions are executed in a program. Test your knowledge of computing concepts and language frameworks.
