Answer to Question #118965 in Software Engineering for Jessica Newton

Question

What is the significance of number system in modern computing

Answer 1

Since modern computers work on binary number system (base 2), we must convert all decimal numbers (base 10) into binary. On the other hand, for example, when we deal with colours, we use hexadecimal (base 16) number system. This is why we shouldn't underestimate the significance of number system in modern computing.