Role of Scripting Languages in Web Development
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What is the role of the linker in the compilation process?

  • Generates the executable code (correct)
  • Converts source code to object code
  • Translates the code to an intermediary language
  • Interprets the code at runtime
  • What is the difference between Java and C# compilation?

  • C# is compiled to machine code, while Java is not
  • Both are compiled to intermediary languages (correct)
  • Java is interpreted at runtime, while C# is compiled
  • Java is compiled to machine code, while C# is not
  • How do scripting languages differ from conventional programming languages?

  • Conventional languages are compiled in advance, while scripting languages are not (correct)
  • Scripting languages are used for game development, while conventional languages are not
  • Conventional languages are used for system administration, while scripting languages are not
  • Scripting languages are compiled in advance, while conventional languages are not
  • What is the purpose of a translator in scripting languages?

    <p>To interpret the code one command at a time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might scripting languages perform poorly compared to conventional languages?

    <p>Because they are not compiled in advance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of scripting languages?

    <p>They are dependent on other programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the assembler in the compilation process?

    <p>Converts source code to object code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a scripting language?

    <p>Python</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of improved translator software in scripting languages?

    <p>It helps to mitigate performance concerns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a virtual machine and a translator?

    <p>A virtual machine is used for conventional languages, while a translator is used for scripting languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

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