Bitwise operators

[Marty Harvey <martyharvey@bellsouth.net>]

All,

I'm studying for the SCJP and find that I'm having a little trouble with 
bitwise operators. I think I might have an easier time getting my brain 
around them if I thought they were useful. But, in my limited Java
experience, I can't think of any reason why someone might want to use them.

I thought the folks on this list might have some insight for me. So, if 
you find bitwise operators useful, fun, or otherwise stimulating, please 
drop me a line and let me know.

Thanks,
Marty