Unit 2: Intro Flashcards
1
Q
How is data stored in a computer?
A
It is stored in each memory location as a pattern of bits.
2
Q
What is a Bi - stable device?
A
When there are only 2 states in a computer.
3
Q
What does Bit stand for?
A
Binary digit
4
Q
What is a bit?
A
a single digit in a binary no. which is the smallest digit of memory in the computer storage
5
Q
What is a byte?
A
A single character which is a group of 8 bits
6
Q
KiBi in standard form -
A
2^10
7
Q
Mebi in standard form -
A
2^20
8
Q
Gibi in standard form -
A
2^30
9
Q
Tebi in standard form -
A
2^40
10
Q
Symbol for Kibi -
A
Ki
11
Q
Symbol for Mebi -
A
Mi
12
Q
Symbol for Gibi -
A
Gi
13
Q
Symbol for Tebi -
A
Ti
