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A computer is an electronic device capable of performing billions of calculations rapidly. However, a computer is a machine that cannot function independently and requires instructions to execute tasks.
To utilize a computer's capabilities, we must provide it with step-by-step instructions. The computer will then perform tasks based on these instructions. A collection of such instructions is known as a program.
A 'programmer' is the individual who provides these instructions to the computer. The 'programming language' is the specific language used to write these instructions. Examples of programming languages include C, C++, Java, Python, Go, and JavaScript.
A programmer uses a programming language to give instructions, and the computer then executes these instructions to complete a task. This process is how computers are directed to achieve specific jobs.