# Computing - Translators and Machine Code

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##### What is machine code??
The lowest level of instruction comprising pure binary.

##### What are the three types of translator??
* Assembler
* Compiler
* Interpreters

##### What is the function of an assembler??
Translating assembly language into machine code.

##### What is the function of a compiler??
Translate high-level language programs into object code/machine.

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