Convert Kilobit to Gigabit
Please provide values below to convert Kilobit [kb] to Gigabit [Gb], or Convert Gigabit to Kilobit.
How to Convert Kilobit to Gigabit
1 kb = 9.5367431640625e-07 Gb
Example: convert 15 kb to Gb:
15 kb = 15 × 9.5367431640625e-07 Gb = 1.43051147460938e-05 Gb
Kilobit to Gigabit Conversion Table
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Kilobit
A kilobit (kb) is a unit of digital information equal to 1,000 bits.
History/Origin
The term 'kilobit' originated with the adoption of the decimal system in data measurement, aligning with the SI prefix 'kilo' meaning 1,000. It has been used since the early days of digital data measurement to quantify data transfer rates and storage sizes.
Current Use
Kilobits are commonly used to measure data transfer speeds, such as internet connection speeds (e.g., 100 kbps), and to specify data sizes in networking and telecommunications contexts.
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.