ExtraCredit

Extra Credit

This was featured prominently on the homepage until 9 April and is now an Easter Egg.

Mystery Question 1: Due Friday 10 April

Who is John Backus? What invention is he well-known for? Read about him (e.g. in the NYTimes). What is his attitude toward school and work. (Hint: ACM Turing Lecture is a good source as well.) Write your answer in 25-50 words and email it to me at raz_at_umw.edu (for 1%).

Mystery Question 2: Due Friday 10 April

What is the purpose of the Parity Bit? And how do you calculate the "parity bit's" value, given the "odd parity" strategy". Write your answer in 25-50 words and email it to me (for 1%)