Decimal to Binary and Hexadecimal Calculator

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Decimal to Binary and Hexadecimal Calculator

What is it?

A Decimal to Binary and Hexadecimal Calculator converts a base-10 (decimal) number into base-2 (binary) or base-16 (hexadecimal) formats.

Why use this calculator?

  • Computing & Electronics: Binary is used in programming, circuits, and processors.
  • Compact Representation: Hex simplifies long binary numbers.
  • Data Encoding: Used in memory addressing, encryption, and networking.

How does it work?

  • Decimal to Binary:
    1. Divide the number by 2, record the remainder.
    2. Repeat until the quotient is 0.
    3. Read remainders in reverse order.
  • Decimal to Hexadecimal:
    1. Divide the number by 16, record the remainder.
    2. Convert remainders (0-9, A-F).
    3. Read in reverse order.

When to use it?

  • When working with computer architecture & programming.
  • In digital circuits & microcontrollers.
  • For converting color codes in graphics.