If you are reading this, you've had hands-on experience with Linux, and are probably going to be making more than a few changes to the base system. For you, this section is vital reading. Glossary of Terms file A designated collection of data stored on a computer. A collection of files and other directories. A set of human-readable files containing instructions for the CPU to follow.
Source comes in several different languages.
Sometimes called executable , program , or binary . A CPU-readable file containing instructions for the CPU to follow. Executables come in many different languages, as there are many different computer manufacturers out there. A program that is executing, along with additional information about how to run it. The CPU follows the instructions in the program according to the process-specific rules.