Where does the phrase “run code” or “run software” come from? Why “run”?

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00:00 Where Does The Phrase “Run Code” Or “Run Software” Come From? Why “Run”?
00:28 Accepted Answer Score 17
01:03 Answer 2 Score 16
04:33 Answer 3 Score 5
05:27 Answer 4 Score 4
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