Eli5 why are there so many computer languages?

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Why are there things like c++ and python when computers have to be programmed. Why does there need to be so many languages when one could solve it?

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It’s because groups of people want a tool they control / have input into the direction of. Not all languages are suitable for every task. If there is a gap in the market, someone will fill it by adapting a language or creating a new one.

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