Bits and Bytes
Computers measure data transfer and storage using either bits or bytes
- Bits (b) - binary digit; single bit can store either 1 or 0
- Nibble - contains 4 bits
- Byte (B) - contains 8 bits
Quick conversions:
| Unit | Equals |
|---|---|
| 1B | 8b |
| 1Kb | 1,000 bits |
Computers measure data transfer and storage using either bits or bytes
Quick conversions:
| Unit | Equals |
|---|---|
| 1B | 8b |
| 1Kb | 1,000 bits |