Computer program

Computer program is a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute. Programs are created through the process of programming.

Definition

A computer program is a collection of instructions that can be executed by a computer to perform a specific task. A computer program is also known as a software program, software, computer script, or simply a program.

History

The earliest known computer program was written by Ada Lovelace in the 19th century, for the planned Analytical Engine. However, the engine was never completed and the program was never tested.

Types of Computer Programs

There are many types of computer programs, including:

• Operating systems
• Application software
• Utility software
• Programming software
• Driver software

How Computer Programs Work

A computer program works by performing a series of operations on the computer's hardware. These operations include reading data from memory, performing calculations, and writing data back to memory.

Programming Languages

Computer programs are written in programming languages. Some of the most popular programming languages include:

• Python
• Java
• C++
• JavaScript
• C#

See Also

• Software engineering
• Computer science
• Algorithm
• Source code
• Compiler

Computer program Resources
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