Bits are the basic units of information in computing. They can represent either a 0 or a 1, and they are used to store and transmit data in binary form.
Think of bits as tiny switches that can be turned on or off. Just like how a light switch can be either up (on) or down (off), a bit can be either 0 or 1.
Bytes: Bytes are groups of 8 bits. They are commonly used to measure file sizes and memory capacity.
Binary: Binary is a number system that uses only two digits, 0 and 1. It is the foundation of all digital systems.
Bitwise Operations: Bitwise operations are operations performed on individual bits within binary numbers, such as AND, OR, XOR, and NOT.
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