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How Computers do Math?

How Computers do Math?
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Take a look inside your computer to see how transistors work together in a microprocessor to add numbers using logic gates.
The great book by Charles Petzold really breaks down a computer conceptually so that non-technical readers can understand how it works.
Binary mathematics is the heart of computer and an essential math field for computer programing. For all mathematical concepts, the binary number system uses only two digits.
We have been fascinated by how computers do math for years. Now, you can see it visually thanks to this documentary which is an adaptation of the book by Charles Petzold.

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