Definition: Byte


A byte is a series of 8 bits. Also called a Octet. A byte is able to store one character. Computer storage space is measured in bytes.




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Boot Record

A file system table of the FAT and NTFS file systems, containing information about one partition. (Often referred to as Boot sector, Boot block, or Boot Track)

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