exbibits

Exbibits is a term that refers to multiples of the binary prefix "exbi," meaning 10^60. Specifically, an exbibit (Ei) is equal to 2^60 bits. This is a very large unit of digital information. It is distinct from the decimal prefix "ex," which represents 10^18. Therefore, an exabyte (EB) is 10^18 bytes, while an exbibyte (EiB) is 2^60 bytes, or 2^63 bits. The distinction between binary prefixes (like exbi) and decimal prefixes (like exa) is important in computing to avoid confusion when discussing large quantities of data. Exbibits are primarily used in technical contexts where precise measurement of digital storage or transmission capacity is required. The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) defines these binary prefixes to standardize the nomenclature for powers of two. While exbibits are rarely encountered in everyday consumer technology, they are relevant in the realm of supercomputing, large-scale data analysis, and advanced networking.