mebi

Prefix

The IEC prefix meaning 2²⁰ = 1,024² = 1,048,576. Compare to mega-, meaning 10⁶ = 1,000² = 1,000,000.

Usage notes

Currently not in widespread use, this binary multiple prefix was established to make various units used in computing precise.

Origin

Blend of mega- and binary.

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mebi - Computer Definition

See NIST binary.

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