Question 1

How do you convert hex to octal?

Accepted Answer

Convert hex to binary first, then group by threes for octal. Or hex→decimal→octal.

Question 2

When would you need hex to octal?

Accepted Answer

Legacy Unix systems, some embedded systems, and older computer architectures.

Question 3

Why do computers use binary?

Accepted Answer

Electronic circuits have two states: on/off, high/low voltage. Binary (0 and 1) maps directly to these states, making digital logic simpler and more reliable.

Question 4

Why is hexadecimal used in programming?

Accepted Answer

Hex is compact: each digit represents 4 binary bits. A byte (8 bits) is exactly 2 hex digits (00-FF), making memory addresses and color codes readable.

Hexadecimal to Octal Converter

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