Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Software (Section 11 - No. 2)

In the context of programming, which of the following is a key function of a compiler or an interpreter?

To create a graphical user interface.

To translate programming code into machine code.

To manage files and folders.

To handle system security.

The core function of a compiler or interpreter is to translate code into a format the computer can understand and execute.