How Computers Calculate - the ALU: Crash Course Computer Science

The video introduces the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU), a crucial component in computers responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations. It explains the design and function of the ALU, focusing on the arithmetic unit's role in addition and the construction of a ripple carry adder. The video also covers the logic unit's operations and the concept of overflow in binary addition. Finally, it discusses ALU operations, flags, and their significance in computing.

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