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Cambridge AS & A Level Computer Science

5.2Language translators

Language translators in Cambridge AS & A Level Computer Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 5.2.1Explain the need for assemblers, compilers and interpreters, and the benefits and drawbacks of compilers and interpreters.
  2. 5.2.2Describe the features of a typical integrated development environment.

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  • Language translators and integrated development environments

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Language translators: sample question

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Why must a program written in a high-level language be translated?

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