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bits per second (bps or bit/sec)
In data communications, bits per second (bps or bit/sec) is a common measure of data speed for computer modems and transmission carriers. Read Full Definition
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Bitly
Bitly is a URL shortener service that enables users to truncate webpage links. Read Full Definition
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bit stuffing
Bit stuffing refers to the insertion of one or more bits into a data transmission as a way to provide signaling information to a receiver. Read Full Definition
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64-bit processor (64-bit computing)
A 64-bit processor refers to a microprocessor that can process data and instructions in chunks of 64 bits. Read Full Definition
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most significant bit (MSB)
The most significant bit (MSB) is the bit in a multiple-bit binary number with the largest value. This is usually the bit farthest to the left, or the bit transmitted first in a sequence. Read Full Definition
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bit rot
Bit rot is the slow deterioration in the performance and integrity of data stored on storage media. It is also known by the names bit decay, data rot, data decay and silent corruption. Read Full Definition
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bit (binary digit)
A bit (binary digit) is the smallest unit of data that a computer can process and store. A bit is always in one of two physical states, similar to an on/off light switch. Read Full Definition
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qubit (short for quantum bit)
A qubit (short for quantum bit) is the basic unit of information in quantum computing and counterpart to the bit (binary digit) in classical computing. Read Full Definition
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Gbps (billions of bits per second)
Gbps stands for billions of bits per second and is a measure of bandwidth on a digital data transmission medium such as optical fiber. Read Full Definition
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Microsoft Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS)
Microsoft Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS) is a service in Microsoft Windows operating systems (OSes) that allows download from and upload of files to Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) web ... Read Full Definition
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