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Resource for Basic:

The Basic Programming Language

History

Basic is a very powerful language as a tool for the novice programmer. Basic allows for a wide range of applications, and it has many versions. However, as long as the emphasis is on the techniques of programming and problem solving, the specific syntax is easy to follow.

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Significant Language Features

Basic is a multi-platform language because many basic compilers use the same types of routines. Basic allows:

• Loops
• Input from the keyboard
• Menu Driven Applications
• System Commands - These are words that make the system perform a specific task immediately.
• Structured Programming
• Subroutines
• Built-In Functions
• User-Defined Functions
• Arrays, sorting, and searches

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Areas of Application

Basic has many strong points, such as:

• Easy to learn for beginners
• Adds powerful additional features for the advanced user
• Is designed for interactive use rather than batch work
• Lends itself to learning by hands-on practical use

and is therefore suitable for both the professional and non-professional.

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