0x1CC

0x1CC is commonly encountered as a hexadecimal numeric literal in computing. The prefix 0x denotes hexadecimal notation in many programming languages, including C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, and Rust. The digits 1, C, and C correspond to hexadecimal values 1, 12, and 12, respectively. The value of 0x1CC is 1 × 256 + 12 × 16 + 12 = 460 in decimal. In binary, it is 111001100.

In practical use, 0x1CC can serve as a constant in source code, representing a small integer, a bit mask, an index, or other data, depending on the program’s context. Hex literals are often favored for their compact representation of bit patterns and addresses, especially when low-level or systems programming is involved.

In blockchain and crypto discussions, the 0x prefix is also common for addresses and data, as hexadecimal encoding is standard in these domains. However, a typical Ethereum address is 40 hexadecimal characters long (not including the 0x), so 0x1CC by itself is not a complete address. It may appear as part of a longer address or data payload.

Etymology and related concepts: the 0x prefix originates in languages like C to indicate hexadecimal numbers, and many other languages adopt the same convention. Related concepts include hexadecimal notation, decimal and binary representations, and the use of hex in debugging and hardware design.

See also: Hexadecimal, Hexadecimal notation, Byte, Bit mask, Memory address.