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Programming Languages
Without programming, computers are simply large calculators. A programming language is how computer programs are written allowing for the execution of instructions. Due to the overabundance of program types, each specifically having its own purpose, multitudes of programming language have been developed throughout the last century that are comprised of distinct combinations of both syntax and semantics, which facilitate the design and execution of types of programs that meet a specific purpose.
However, the question that is addressed herein is “Why isn’t there just one standard programming language?” To answer this question, one needs to look at the evolution of programming throughout what is referred to as the “Information Age”.
What is Programming
A computer is nothing more than a series of on and off switches, represented by characters, conducting electrical impulses. The on switch is regarded as 1 (one) and the off is 0 (zero). ... Mnemonics are alphabet-based abbreviations translated into machine language, which is an easier way to instruct vs. ... This giant leap forward in programming was named the assembly language.
What is a Programming Language
The advancement that was made with the introduction of the assembly language reached into the business world. However, it was quickly realized that even an assembly language was as equally tedious and time consuming as programming in machine language. The next step was to introduce the next level of language that allowing for English-like either interpreted or compiled into instructions for the machine language. The English-like programming language was easier for the operator resulting in a more efficient way of working. The results were the widely adopted languages such as FORTRAN and COBOL or otherwise known as high-level programming languages.
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