The function of a computer is to carry out instructions, this occurs within the Central Processing Unit in loop known as a the Fetch-Execute Cycle.
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We can apply the normal rules of arithmetic to binary, just as we can to any other number system – and the only time this can get a little complicated is when considering binary subtraction – or negative binary since strictly the negative sign should not be used.
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We are used to working with the concept that there are 10 unique numerical digits, 0 to 9, however due to the boolean nature of logic circuits, computers tend to operate using just the digits 0 and 1, the binary number system.
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