Bit
A bit, short for binary digit, is the smallest unit of data in computing, capable of representing one of two states, 0 or 1, akin to a switch being off or on. Bits are the fundamental building blocks for all digital information, with combinations of bits used to represent characters, numbers, images, and other complex data in a computer system.
Key Characteristics
Binary Nature: A bit can only be a 0 or a 1, representing two distinct values or states.
Smallest Unit: It is the most basic unit of digital information, similar to how a pixel is the smallest part of an image, according to TechTarget.
Building Block: Bits are combined to form larger units, such as a byte, which typically consists of eight bits.
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