ビット
also: ビト
Meanings
1
Computing term for the smallest unit of data. Often used in contexts like ビット数 (number of bits) or ビットレート (bit rate).
This image is saved with 24-bit color depth.
The communication speed is 1 megabit per second.
2
Refers to the interchangeable tip of a drill, screwdriver, or similar tool. Common in DIY and hardware contexts.
Attach a Phillips bit to the electric screwdriver.
This drill bit can also be used on metal.
Usage patterns
- 〈数〉ビットの〈物〉an N-bit (device/system)
This computer runs a 64-bit OS.
- ビットを交換するto swap out the (drill/screwdriver) bit
I swapped the drill bit to match the size of the hole.
- ビットを立てるto set (turn on) a bit
The program sets the flag bit.
- 〈物〉にビットを取り付けるto attach a bit to (a drill/driver)
I attached the special bit to the electric screwdriver.