Summary
In an age dominated by digital technology, understanding the fundamental principles of how computers operate remains a crucial endeavor. Charles Petzold’s work offers a meticulously detailed exploration of the underlying mechanisms that enable hardware and software to communicate through the medium of code. It demystifies the seemingly complex world of computing by tracing the evolution of communication from simple signals to the sophisticated binary language that powers modern machines.
- Foundations of communication: The book emphasizes how communication systems, starting from basic forms like Morse code, underpin all digital technology.
- Binary logic and its significance: It...
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