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Translators
Any program written in a high-level language is known as source code. However, computers cannot understand source code. Before it can be run, source code must first be translated into machine code.
A translator is a program that converts source code into machine code. Generally, there are three types of translator:
- -compilers
- -interpreters
- -assemblers
Additional Reading
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Translator_(computing)
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zthbgk7/revision/7
https://www.microcontrollertips.com/compilers-translators-interpreters-assemblers-faq/
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PowerPoint Presentation #2 (Translators and facilities of languages)
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