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Boolean means 2-state operation.
OR means any one state that is valid will result in a positive outcome.
Example: When James or Mary come, the show will be start.
In maths, this translates to ADD, except only 2 states can occur (that is, on or off only).
1 = on, 0 = off (or vice versa).
What do I mean?
0 + 0 = 0
0 + 1 = 1
1 + 0 = 1
1 + 1 = 1
From the above addition, you will notice that as long as one state is ON, the result will be ON.
The operation is that of an "add".
Note: Since the operation is Boolean, it cannot go above 1 or 2 and above cannot exist. Only base 2 number (0, 1) can happen.
This field of maths is known as Boolean Algebra, a special maths operation used in digital electronics.
Caution:
If you are using this Boolean process, make it clear that the number base system is 2, otherwise 1 + 1 = 2!
1 + 1 = 2 in Boolean means that you go over the ceiling!
Another interesting maths concept, right?
Maths is interesting!
:D
Sunday, 5 July 2009
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