Article on Numbers and Computers

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The discussion highlights the significance of understanding number formats and bases in computing, referencing an informative article on data representation in programming. It emphasizes the importance of these concepts for effective coding and problem-solving. Additionally, Project Euler is recommended as a valuable resource for applying mathematical concepts through coding challenges, specifically noting that C++ is sufficient for participation, without the need for more complex tools like Matlab.
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An interesting reference article on number formats and bases used in computing:

http://www3.ntu.edu.sg/home/ehchua/programming/java/DataRepresentation.html
 
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Cool! And talking about Numbers and Computers, I'll recommend you Project Euler (: projecteuler.net/), in which you have to answer mathematical questions with the help of coding (c++ is more than enough, no need of Matlab).
 
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