Bit specification

In computing, bit specification may mean:

• Computer hardware or software capabilities or design features expressed in terms of bit counts. Higher bit specification (e.g. 16-bit vs. 8-bit) usually indicates better performance. Examples:
  • Color depth
  • Computer bus
    size
  • Processor register size
  • Sound quality
• protocols. See bit manipulation
• When using uppercase, BIT Specification may refer to the requirements of a Built in Test for a machine.

• Functional specification

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