27. Pearson Edexcel GCSE (1CP2) Topic 2A Why hexadecimal is used in computer science

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EDEXCEL 1CP2 Specification Reference - Topic 2A: 2.1.1 - 2.1.6

This video takes a look at why hexadecimal is often used in computer science.

Don't forget, whenever the blue note icon appears in the corner of the screen, that is your cue to take notes about the content being shown on the current slide.

00:00 Why hexadecimal is used in computer science
00:09 Intro
00:14 Why hexadecimal is used in computer science
02:24 Outro

Last updated: 14.07.25

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• Topic 2A – Binary