Bits

Definition

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.

Related terms

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.