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32-Bit

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32-Bit refers to the number of bits that can be transmitted or processed in parallel. In other words, 32-bits the number of bits that compose a data element.

  • For a data bus, 32-bit means the number of pathways available, meaning that it has 32 pathways in parallel for data to travel.
  • For microprocessors, it indicates the width of the registers and it can process any data and use memory addresses that are represented in 32-bits. This is part of the processor’s architecture.
  • For operating systems, 32-bits refer to how it handles data. It is used to represent a memory address and works in conjunction with the microprocessor.
  • As for graphic devices like digital cameras or scanners, it refers to the number of bits used to represent the pixels. 24-bits are used for color information and 8-bits are used for the control information (alpha channel).

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ddsf/public/guidebook/06_append/glossary/0-9/32-bit.txt · Last modified: 2021/07/14 15:59 by murphy