Bits - What are Bits?
What is a bit in computers?
A bit is the smallest unit of computer storage. The term bit is used to identify binary digits, as it contains a combination of 0s and 1s. When 8 bits are added together, they form a byte.
1 bytes = 8 bits
How are bits used in Computers?
Bits are used to denote data transmission speeds. For instance, a data speed of 100Mbps (Megabits/second) - not to be confused with MBps [Megabytes/Second] - means that 100 million pulses of 0s and 1s are transmitted every second. The difference between megabits and megabytes is that while megabits relate to the speed of transfer, megabytes relate to the volume of data transmitted within a specific volume, also known as bandwidth.
Convert Mbps to MBps
Convert from Mbps to MBps (MB/s) using our online free tool. Learn how to convert your bandwidth from Mbps to MB/s and see examples on common conversions.
