bytemode
Bytemode refers to a state or mode of operation in computing where data is processed or transmitted as individual bytes rather than larger chunks or words. This low-level approach is fundamental to how most computer systems handle information. When a system is operating in bytemode, it means that operations are performed on sequences of 8 bits, which constitute a byte. This is in contrast to word-based processing, where operations might occur on 16-bit, 32-bit, or 64-bit words, depending on the architecture of the processor.
Many hardware interfaces and protocols, especially those dealing with serial communication or direct memory access, operate