Digital data refers to information that is represented using discrete, binary values (0s and 1s). It is commonly used in computers and other digital devices because it can be easily stored, processed, and transmitted.
Think of digital data as a series of switches - each switch can be either on (1) or off (0). Just like flipping switches controls various functions in your home, digital data uses these binary values to control different aspects in technology.
Analog Data: Analog data represents continuous information with a range of values. Unlike digital data, it does not use discrete binary representations.
Bit: A bit is the basic unit of information in computing and represents either a 0 or a 1. It stands for "binary digit."
Byte: A byte consists of 8 bits and is used as a fundamental unit for storing and processing digital information.
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