Bits to Bytes Converter
Convert bits to bytes.
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Bits to bytes
A byte is made of exactly eight bits, so dividing a bit count by eight gives the number of bytes. Enter either value above and the pair stays in step. This crops up when a network speed or data figure is quoted in bits but you want bytes, the unit files are actually stored in. Unlike the storage steps, this ratio is a fixed eight and never touches the 1,000-versus-1,024 question. Nothing is sent off your machine.
Typical sizes
8 bits equal 1 byte, 16 bits equal 2 bytes, and 1,024 bits come to 128 bytes.
Frequently asked questions
How many bits are in a byte?
Always eight. A byte is defined as eight bits, so this conversion divides by eight.
Why are internet speeds in bits?
Connection speeds are measured in bits per second, so dividing by eight estimates the download in bytes per second.