Understanding ASCII: The Foundation of Computer Text Representation
ASCII, or American Standard Code for Information Interchange, is a fundamental coding system that has shaped the way we interact with computers. As you delve into the intricacies of this system, you’ll find that it’s not just a series of numbers and characters, but a key component in the world of computing.
What is ASCII?
ASCII is a set of codes used to represent characters, digits, and control characters. It’s a standard that allows computers to communicate with each other and with humans. The ASCII code uses a 7-bit binary number to represent each character, which means it can represent up to 128 different characters.
