Data Types in Computer Programming

TYPES OF DATA:

Two types of data

1)     Digital Signals:

• Computer use digital signals.
• Data in the form of “0” and “1”.

• Refers to something that is discrete.

• A set of specific points of data with no other points in between.

• An example of digital data is data stored in the memory of a computer in the form of OS and IS it is usually converted to digital signal when needed to be transmitted.

2)     Analog Signals:

• Telephone lines use Analog signals.
• Analog refers to something that is continuous.

• A set of specific points of data and all possible points in between.

• Data in the form of waves.

• An example of analog data is human voice when somebody speaks a continuous wave is created in the air.