Section 3: Compilers and Language Translation

This section examines the problem of how high-level language programs are translated into machine language that computer processors can understand and execute.

Section Objectives

After completing this section, you will be able to

1. Define and describe compiling.
2. List and describe the four phases in the compilation process.

Required Reading

Chapter 11 in the textbook

Discussion Forum

There is no discussion activity in Unit Four, Section 3.