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Glossary Term Byte

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What is Byte?

A byte is a unit of digital information that typically consists of eight bits representing a single character.

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Understanding Byte

A byte is a unit of digital information that typically consists of eight bits, used to represent a single character or data element. Related terms see Bit.

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