Base Converter

Convert numbers between binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal number systems

Number Systems Guide

Common Number Systems

Understanding different bases:

  • Binary (Base-2):

    Uses only 0 and 1 (e.g., 1010 = 10 in decimal)

  • Octal (Base-8):

    Uses digits 0-7 (e.g., 12 = 10 in decimal)

  • Decimal (Base-10):

    Standard number system using digits 0-9

  • Hexadecimal (Base-16):

    Uses digits 0-9 and letters A-F (e.g., A5 = 165 in decimal)

Common Uses

Applications in computing:

  • Binary:

    Used in computer memory and digital logic

  • Hexadecimal:

    Common in programming for colors and memory addresses