What is the significance of translating binary code?

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Translating binary code is significant for understanding how digital communication works, as it allows for the conversion of binary data into human-readable text. Users can utilize tools like Windows calculator or online binary converters to facilitate this process. While some find it trivial, others appreciate the learning aspect of manually translating binary. The discussion also touches on the idea of communication beyond traditional methods, highlighting the fascination with binary as a language. Overall, the thread emphasizes the importance of binary translation in digital literacy.
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Can you help me to translate this binary code?

01001001 00100000 01001100 01001111 01010110 01000101 00100000 01011001 01001111 01010101
 
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It is so painfully trivial you should be really able to do it by yourself. Start Windows calculator, convert binaries to hex numbers, start character table (accessories/system tools), see what are characters of a given code.

Alternatively, google for binary code converter. Much faster, but also less fun and you won't learn anything in the process.

At least the text - after being translated - doesn't suggest it is a homework. But the thread should definitely land in a homework forum.
 
Mechatron; could you not have waited until the 14th of February before posting your question.
 
Baluncore said:
Mechatron; could you not have waited until the 14th of February before posting your question.

I'm sorry that I wasn't more creative. I just think it's so fascinating that we can communicate with each other by other means than letters or Morse code. Have a nice day.
 

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