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Bit (Computing)

Bit (Computing) - A bit is a basic unit of information, the smallest unit in computing. It is a binary digit, either 0 or 1. A bit can be stored in a single memory cell or in a register of multiple cells. A bit can represent a Boolean value, a numeric value, or a character.



21 Dec 2023

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