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Low-level programming language

Okay kiddo, listen up! Have you ever seen a computer? It’s a machine that helps us do lots of things like play games, watch videos and learn new stuff. But how does it know what to do?

Well, just like you learn how to read and write, computers also have their own language that they understand. This language is called programming language.

Now, there are different types of programming languages, like high-level and low-level. Today, I’ll teach you about low-level programming language.

A low-level programming language is like talking to a computer in its own language. It has a lot of rules and instructions that are very specific and detailed, just like a recipe to bake a cake. But instead of ingredients, we use commands and codes.

Low-level languages are used to build the foundation of a computer program. It’s like creating the building blocks of a Lego set. These languages are very powerful because they give the programmer a lot of control over the computer's hardware.

But while low-level language might seem like the best way to talk to a computer, it can also be very hard to use. You need to be very careful with every command you type, and even a small mistake can cause a lot of problems.

So, in summary, a low-level programming language is like a machine language that tells a computer what to do. It’s very detailed, specific, and powerful, but can also be challenging to use.