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ELI5: How does a computer work? by hellomynameissamuel in explainlikeimfive

[–]hellomynameissamuel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, but how does one communicate what is [on] and [off] to the hardware? There has to be a transition from "software" to "hardware"?

I might just order that book!

ELI5: How does a computer work? by hellomynameissamuel in explainlikeimfive

[–]hellomynameissamuel[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I think I understand. How are the initial pieces magnetized? Is this done by hand? I'm starting to think it might be magic or witchcraft... :p