bit
bitinformation · International · Modern
A bit is a binary digit representing one of two values.
Converter
information · International · Modern
byte
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- Record
- M349
- Definition quality
- Standardized
- Conversion mode
- multiplicative
- Calculator
- Fully calculable
Definition
1 byte = exactly 8 bits in NIST terminology.
Reference value
One byte is equal to 8 bits.
History & use
Standard byte grouping in modern computing.
Modern use
Used mainly as an informal, humorous, or illustrative reference rather than an official measurement standard.
Did you know?
An 8-bit byte has 256 possible bit patterns.
Sources & evidence
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