COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

Detailed explanation-1: -The standard byte contains eight bits but it could consist of any number of bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit of memory in most computer architecture, protocol documents such as internet protocol, and computer architecture.

Detailed explanation-2: -A byte is the smallest unit of memory used in today’s computing. Bytes consist of eight bits, and a byte is used to encode a single number, letter, or symbol. Bytes’ use as such is a de facto international convention documented as ISO/IEC 2382-1:1993 by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Detailed explanation-3: -The smallest memory unit is known as a bit. The term “bit” refers to a binary digit. A logical state with one of two potential values is represented by a bit. The most common representations for these values are “1” and “0."

Detailed explanation-4: -A bit (binary digit) is the smallest unit of data that a computer can process and store. A bit is always in one of two physical states, similar to an on/off light switch. The state is represented by a single binary value, usually a 0 or 1.