Frequently Asked Questions
Why is hexadecimal so common in programming?
Hexadecimal maps neatly to binary: each hex digit represents exactly 4 binary bits. This makes memory addresses and color codes much more compact. 0xFF equals 11111111 in binary.
How do I convert binary to decimal?
Multiply each digit by its positional power of 2 and sum the results. For example, 1011 in binary = 1x8 + 0x4 + 1x2 + 1x1 = 11 in decimal.
Can I convert numbers with decimal points?
Yes, both the integer and fractional parts can be converted. The fractional part is converted to the specified precision.
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