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Bit operator

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mattias1975

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Jul 26, 2004
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Hello!

I have a question.
What is the bit operator good for?
What is the most comon task to perform with it?

Thank you
 
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storing switches, if one byte = 16 bits
int sw = 1; 16 bits
but with the bitwise, you can gain 16 switches.
mainly used with low memory applications.
 
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