Understanding Binary: The Foundation of Networking Explained

Join Joe Rinehart, Technical Content Advocate for Cisco, as he unpacks the essentials of binary and its crucial role in networking. Discover why binary is so important, how it works, and how understanding it can unlock a deeper comprehension of networking concepts.

From the basics of bits and bytes to the reasons computers use binary instead of decimal, this video offers a clear, beginner-friendly introduction to the “keys to the kingdom” of networking. Perfect for IT students, professionals, and anyone looking to strengthen their networking fundamentals.

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Chapters:
0:00 - Why Binary Matters
0:31 - Why Learn Binary?
0:39 - Binary: The Foundation of Networking
0:53 - What is Binary? (Base 2 Explained)
1:11 - Counting in Binary vs. Decimal
1:43 - How Computers Use Binary
2:10 - Components of Binary: Bits, Bytes, and Nibbles
2:47 - Odd and Even in Binary
2:57 - Binary Place Values and Powers of Two
3:38 - Converting Between Binary and Decimal
3:58 - Binary at the Heart of Networking

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