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@jedishrfu: More about that machine can be found at its builder's website: http://aturingmachine.com/
Basic Hardware Architecture Questions
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The discussion centers on whether basic computer science hardware and architecture questions are appropriate for the forum, with participants agreeing that such queries fit well here. Key topics include understanding how commands are executed by computers, the distinction between hardware and software, and the encoding of information in binary. Participants clarify misconceptions about registers and the nature of user commands, emphasizing that computers are designed to execute predefined instructions rather than being "trained" to understand commands. The conversation highlights the complexity of computer architecture and encourages further exploration of resources for deeper understanding.