Compilers and Intepretors Characteristics: Flashcards

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What is a compiler?

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= Translates source code into object code and then machine code to be executed by the CPU.
= Whole programme is translated into machine code before running.

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What are the advantages of a compiler?

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= Execution speed is faster.
= Code is usually optimised.
= Original source code is kept secret.

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What are the disadvantages of a compiler?

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= Programme will not run with syntax errors= makes it difficult to write the code.
= Code needs to be recompiled when code is changed.
= Designed for a specific type of processor.

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What is an intepreter?

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= Translates source code into machine code ready to be processed by the CPU.
= Translated line by line when the programme is running.

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What are the advantages of a intepreter?

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= Stops when finding a syntax error.
= Does not need to be recompiled when code is changed.
= Easier for begginner coders.

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What are the disadvantages of a intepreter?

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= TRanslation software is needed at run time.
= Speed of exeuction is slower.
= Code is not opttimised.
= Source code is needed.

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