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bit

A bit is the smallest unit of digital information, a single 0 or 1.

Also known as: bits

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

A bit is the smallest unit of digital data, holding one binary value. Bits build into bytes, and data rates are often quoted in bits per second.

See {L('byte','byte')}.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is bit?

A bit is the smallest unit of digital information, a single 0 or 1.

What terms are related to bit?

Related General terms include Kilobyte, byte.

Related Technical Terms

Kilobyte
A kilobyte is one thousand bytes (or 1,024 in binary terms). General
byte
A byte is a unit of digital information made up of 8 bits. General
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