Types of Programming Languages - JSS2 Computer Studies Lesson Note

1. High-Level Programming Languages: High-level languages are designed to be easily understandable by humans. They are closer to natural language and abstract the underlying hardware details. Examples include Python, Java, C++, and Ruby. High-level languages simplify programming tasks, enhance productivity, and provide features like automatic memory management.

Low-Level Programming Languages: Low-level languages are closer to the hardware architecture of a computer. They provide more direct control over the hardware and are often used for system-level programming. Assembly language is a common low-level language, and machine code is the lowest level, consisting of binary instructions directly executable by a computer's CPU.

The choice between high-level and low-level languages depends on the specific requirements of a project. High-level languages are preferred for rapid development, ease of maintenance, and applications where performance is not a critical factor. Low-level languages are chosen for system-level programming, embedded systems, and situations where performance optimization is paramount