Understanding Computer Language Understanding Computer Language Computers communicate through the language of voltage and electrical currents. Transistors and Voltage Computers utilize transistors to represent binary data with electrical voltage: High Voltage (1) - Represents binary 1 Low Voltage (0) - Represents binary 0 Computer Language Isn't Binary Contrary to common belief, computers don't understand binary as a language. They interpret electrical currents: High Current: Represents 1 Low or No Current: Represents 0 So, the fundamental language of computers is the manipulation of electrical currents, not binary code itself. Understanding this electrical language is essential for grasping the inner workings of computers and digital systems.
Compiler vs Interpreter Compiler vs Interpreter Understanding the differences between a compiler and an interpreter. Compiler Translates the entire program before execution. Generates an intermediate machine-independent code (object code). Results in a standalone executable file. Generally, produces faster execution as the entire code is optimized beforehand. Examples include C, C++, and Java (with the Java Virtual Machine). Interpreter Translates and executes the code line by line. Does not generate a separate executable file. Generally, slower execution as the interpretation happens during runtime. Allows for dynamic typing and immediate feedback during development. Examples include Python, JavaScript, and Ruby. Both compilers and interpreters play crucial roles in programming languages and have their strengths and weaknesse...