Checkbits

/ˈtʃɛkbɪts/ noun

In computing, extra bits of data added to information to check if there are errors during transmission or storage.

Modern computing term combining 'check' (to verify) with 'bits' (binary digits). Created in the 20th century as digital technology developed to address data integrity problems.

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