In a computer, the sets of instruction that direct it in performing a particular task is called?

Assessment: WAEC SSCE - Computer Studies - 2014 (Objective) Subject: Computer Studies

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In a computer, the sets of instruction that direct it in performing a particular task is called?

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The sets of instruction that direct a computer in performing a particular task is called a "program". A program is a collection of instructions that are written in a specific programming language to tell a computer what to do. Programs can perform a wide range of tasks such as word processing, image editing, web browsing, playing games, and much more. Programs are executed by the computer's CPU (Central Processing Unit) in a sequential order to perform a specific task.
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