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Which programming language was created in the 1970s by Dennis Ritchie?
Which programming language was created in the 1970s by Dennis Ritchie?
- C (correct)
- Python
- C++
- Java
In what kind of computer systems is C commonly used?
In what kind of computer systems is C commonly used?
- Supercomputers (correct)
- Mobile devices
- Smartwatches
- Mainframes
What was C originally developed for?
What was C originally developed for?
- Constructing utilities on Unix (correct)
- Creating video games
- Building web applications
- Designing databases
Which programming language is a successor to B?
Which programming language is a successor to B?
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What type of software has C found lasting use in?
What type of software has C found lasting use in?
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Study Notes
C Programming Language
- C programming language was created in the 1970s by Dennis Ritchie
Common Use Cases
- C is commonly used in operating systems, embedded systems, and microcontrollers
Origins
- C was originally developed for the Unix operating system
Language Hierarchy
- C is a successor to the B programming language
Lasting Use
- C has found lasting use in systems programming, embedded systems, and operating systems
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