A(n)________ takes an entire program's source code written in a programming language and converts it into an executable,that is,a program in machine language that can be read and executed directly by the computer.
A) ethernet port
B) serial port
C) flash memory stick
D) interpreter
E) compiler

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A compiler takes the source code written in a programming language and converts it into an executable program in machine language. Option A (Ethernet port) and Option B (Serial port) are hardware components that enable communication with other devices. Option C (Flash memory stick) is a removable storage device. Option D (Interpreter) converts and executes the code one statement at a time, unlike a compiler which converts the entire code into machine language at once. Therefore, the best choice is E (Compiler).

A(n)________ Takes an Entire Program's Source Code Written in a Programming