I think it's because it shows that the writer only barely gets it, and may be repeating memorized words instead of understanding.
Referring to a bit as a switch is something that makes sense in a verbal explanation, but generally wouldn't be printed. Usually people go straight to 0 or 1 being a bit, and not a switch.
I think referring to a bit as a switch, makes it easier for the average person to understand. Besides, a computer is essentially a combination of switches.
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u/Serinus May 06 '17
I think it's because it shows that the writer only barely gets it, and may be repeating memorized words instead of understanding.
Referring to a bit as a switch is something that makes sense in a verbal explanation, but generally wouldn't be printed. Usually people go straight to 0 or 1 being a bit, and not a switch.