Mention two differences between compiler and interpreter.
| Subject | Introduction to Computer System |
|---|---|
| NU Year | Set: 2.(e) Marks: 2 Year: 2012 |
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Interpreter |
Compiler |
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Translates program
one statement at a time. |
Scans the entire
program and translates it as a whole into machine code. |
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It takes less amount
of time to analyze the source code but the overall execution time is slower. |
It takes large
amount of time to analyze the source code but the overall execution time is
comparatively faster. |
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