A program can fail in two different times, the first time is during compile, the second is during execution. Explain how these errors differ.

I understand the first part of why a program fails during compile - because there is an error in the code. However, I'm unsure why the program fails during execution.

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A program can fail in two different times, the first time is during compile, the second is during execution.  Explain how these errors differ.	

I understand the first part of why  a program fails during compile - because there is an error in the code. However, I'm unsure why the program fails during execution.

rsmith6559 · Answer

Failure doesn't have to mean that the program crashes.  It could be a logical error, say when you add 2 + 2 it gives you 5.

espex · Answer

A program might fail during execution when it accesses memory that is outside of its sandbox. A program may also fail if there is an error that is not handled properly, like a divide by zero error.