Digital Data

Definition

Digital data refers to information that is represented using discrete, binary values (0s and 1s). It is commonly used in computers and other digital devices because it can be easily stored, processed, and transmitted.

Related terms

Analog Data:

Analog data represents continuous information with a range of values. Unlike digital data, it does not use discrete binary representations.

Bit: A bit is the basic unit of information in computing and represents either a 0 or a 1. It stands for "binary digit."

Byte:

A byte consists of 8 bits and is used as a fundamental unit for storing and processing digital information.