Boolean algebra

Definitions

A branch of algebra in which the values of the variables are the truth values true and false, usually denoted 1 and 0.

A mathematical system for the manipulation of logical variables and operations, forming the foundation of digital logic and computer circuit design.

Examples

Boolean algebra provides the mathematical foundation for digital logic circuits and computer architecture.

Students in the computer science department must master Boolean algebra to understand how processors execute logical operations.

By applying the principles of Boolean algebra, the engineer was able to simplify the complex switching network.

Synonyms

Binary algebra Logic algebra Switching algebra Boolean logic Symbolic logic

Antonyms

Continuous mathematics Analog logic Fuzzy logic Non-binary logic Multi-valued logic