Explain the difference between using a computer program and programming acomputer.
Problem R1.1
Explain the difference between using a computer program and programming a computer.
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Computer Program:
A computer program is defined as the sequence of instructions to solve a problem. It is written by using a computer language. A computer language can be high level language or low-level language. A computer program instructs the computer to perform a certain task. It is written by a computer programmer. Computer program used in a wide range of applications.
Example: MS word, MS excel, Chrome, Paint etc are some software program examples.
Programming Computer:
Programming a computer means performing some instructions that are embedded into the microcontroller or microprocessor of the computer. A microcontroller is a chip, which is programmable. Programming a computer depends on user requirements such as storage of memory, IO pins and clock frequency. So that a computer is designed based on the requirement of the user by programming the IC.