Current time: Sat Apr 20 05:41:48 2024
Deadline: Mon Jan 28 23:59:00 2008
Why do computers and the C language have both signed and unsigned integers? What would be wrong with just having signed integers in the computer? in C?
Given that Moore's Law doubles the number of transistors every 18 months, someone could build a decimal number computer. What would be the advantages and disadvantages of such a computer? What might a normal computer-user notice about a decimal computer? What might a programmer notice?
What did you find difficult or confusing about the reading? If nothing was difficult or confusing, tell us what you found most interesting. Please be as specific as possible.