If you are at all technologically inclined, you will understand that 101010 binary is basic computer code.
The binary numeral system, referred to by some as the base-2 number system, is used by all computers. Binary numbers can be represented by sequences of bits, or binary digits. 1 and 0 are the only two relevant numbers in the system, which is why 101010 is symbolic of today’s date.
The basic operation used in the binary system is addition, as binary digits are added together to construct the code.
Basically, in binary code the farthest digit to the right (or if one is looking at the code, the farthest digit on the left), represents a power of 2. Once the exponents are accounted for, the digits are then added to get to a sum.
Several web sites are recognizing 101010 binary day. For instance, some are listing the top ten songs to download, while others are listing ten facts you probably didn’t even know.
One couple is actually honoring 101010 by getting married on this day. Since the husband is a technological specialist, the couple felt that 101010 binary was suitable.
The 101010 binary code sums to 42.
(source:execte.com)
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