Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software

Interesting Facts

• The book explains the basics of computer science through analogies and examples from everyday life, making complex concepts accessible to understand.
• The author uses historical examples to show the evolution of computing systems and the development of computer technology.
• The book provides a detailed examination of how electrical signals can represent information and how this relates to binary code.
• Charles Petzold focuses not only on technical aspects but also on the cultural impact of computer science on society.
• The book covers a wide range of topics, from Morse code to modern computers, illustrating how methods of encoding information have evolved.