Bit

Bit

A bit (a contraction of binary digit) is the basic capacity of information in computing and telecommunications; a bit can have the value of either 1 or 0 (one or zero) only. These attributes may be implemented, in a variety of systems, by means of a two state device.

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    The Christian always swears a bloody oath that he will never do it again. The civilized man simply resolves to be a bit more careful next time.
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