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Why Do Computers Use Binary Instead of Decimal?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • Binary only requires two stable states: on/off or high/low voltage.
  • This simplicity minimizes errors and reduces hardware complexity.
  • Transistors naturally work as switches, making binary implementation efficient.
  • Binary arithmetic follows the same rules as decimal but with fewer digits.

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