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Kbps, or kilobits per second, is a unit that measures data transfer speed, indicating how many thousands of bits of data are transferred per second. It represents a smaller unit of bandwidth, often used for older or slower internet connections and for basic tasks like emailing or sending text messages, and is equal to 1,000 bits per second.

Key characteristics

Measurement: Kbps measures the speed of data transfer.

Scale: One kilobit is 1,000 bits, making Kbps one of the smaller units of measurement, significantly slower than Mbps (megabits per second).

Usage: It was commonly used for older internet technologies like dial-up, though it is still relevant for low-bandwidth applications like some basic IoT devices, voice-over-IP (VoIP) calls, and simple web browsing.

Impact: Higher Kbps speeds result in faster downloads and uploads, clearer calls, and more responsive applications, while lower speeds can lead to delays, dropped calls, or poor quality.

Examples: A 56 Kbps connection is enough for basic web browsing and email, but may struggle with streaming video or large file transfers.