hexadecimal
[/ˌhɛksəˈdɛsɪməl/]
adjective, noun
hexadecimal
1. A number system with base 16, using digits 0-9 and letters A-F to represent values 0-15
In hexadecimal, the number FF represents 255 in decimal.
Em hexadecimal, o número FF representa 255 em decimal.
2. Relating to or expressed in the base-16 number system, commonly used in computing and programming
The hexadecimal color code #FFFFFF represents white in web design.
O código de cor hexadecimal #FFFFFF representa branco no design web.
3. A notation system used to represent binary data in a more human-readable format
Programmers often use hexadecimal notation to represent memory addresses.
Programadores frequentemente usam notação hexadecimal para representar endereços de memória.
Hexadecimal is primarily a technical term used in computing, programming, and web development. It's widely understood in Brazil and Portugal among tech professionals but rarely used in everyday conversation. The term is essential in computer science education and is often abbreviated as 'hex' in casual professional contexts in tech-focused cities like São Paulo.
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