Convert Gigabit to Bit
Please provide values below to convert Gigabit [Gb] to Bit [b], or Convert Bit to Gigabit.
How to Convert Gigabit to Bit
1 Gb = 1073741824 b
Example: convert 15 Gb to b:
15 Gb = 15 × 1073741824 b = 16106127360 b
Gigabit to Bit Conversion Table
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Gigabit
A gigabit (Gb) is a unit of digital information equal to one billion bits, commonly used to measure data transfer rates and storage capacity.
History/Origin
The gigabit originated as part of the metric system for digital information, gaining prominence with the rise of high-speed internet and large data storage systems in the late 20th century.
Current Use
Gigabits are widely used today to specify internet connection speeds, network bandwidth, and data transfer rates in various digital devices and services.
Bit
A bit is the basic unit of information in computing and digital communications, representing a binary value of 0 or 1.
History/Origin
The term 'bit' was coined in 1947 by John Tukey, derived from 'binary digit,' and became widely adopted with the development of digital computers in the mid-20th century.
Current Use
Bits are used to measure data transfer rates, storage capacity, and digital information, often in combination with larger units like bytes (B).