Digital computing

Definition

Digital computing refers to the use of binary code, which uses only two digits (0s and 1s), to represent information and perform calculations. It is a system that relies on discrete values rather than continuous ones.

Related terms

Binary code: A coding system that represents data using only two digits, typically 0s and 1s.

Bit: The basic unit of information in digital computing, representing a single binary digit (either 0 or 1).

Logic gates: Electronic circuits that perform basic logical operations (AND, OR, NOT) based on the input signals received.