gibibit

English

noun
Definitions
  • (computing) Strictly, 2 (1,073,741,824) bits, as opposed to a gigabit.

Etymology

Affix from English bit (binary digit, morsel).

Origin

English

bit

Gloss

binary digit, morsel

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