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byte

A byte is a unit of digital information made up of 8 bits.

Also known as: bytes

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

A byte is 8 bits and typically stores one character. Storage and file sizes are measured in bytes and their multiples.

See {L('kilobyte','Kilobyte')}.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is byte?

A byte is a unit of digital information made up of 8 bits.

What terms are related to byte?

Related General terms include Megabyte, Kilobyte.

Related Technical Terms

Megabyte
A megabyte is one million bytes, a common measure of file size. General
Kilobyte
A kilobyte is one thousand bytes (or 1,024 in binary terms). General
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