Introduction to C Programming Part 2

Introduction to C Programming Part 2

Characteristics of C :

• Small size
• Extensive use of function calls
• Loose typing - unlike PASCAL
• Structured language
• Low level (Bitwise) programming readily available
• Pointer implementation

Features of C :

• Modularity
• Portability
• Code-reusability
• Ability to extend itself
• Limited number of keywords

C is called as a Middle level language because it combines the best elements of high level language with the control and flexibility of assembly language.

Versions of c:

The below list shows the versions of C starting with early and ending with current version.

• K&R
• C89
• C90
• C95
• C99
• C11

C is also used in game development and development of operating systems.