An independent software developer is building a resource-intensive data processing tool. They are debating whether to distribute their application as a compiled executable or as an interpreted script.
Describe two distinct differences between a compiler and an interpreter in terms of how they translate and execute source code.
Practise OCR GCSE Computer Science Languages with exam-style questions for GCSE Computer Science. 18 questions, matched to the OCR GCSE Computer Science (J277) specification and written in Component 01 and Component 02 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.