What is the difference between a compiler and an interpreter?

Compiler	Interpreter
Converts the whole program to machine code at once	Reads and runs the program line by line
Errors are shown for the full program before it runs	Stops at the first error while running
Program runs fast after compiling	Usually slower
Example: C, C++	Example: Python, PHP

C uses a compiler, like GCC or Clang. Learn how to install it in C Installation.

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