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General
Megabits per second
Megabits per second (Mbps) is a network speed unit.
Also known as:
Mbps
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Megabits per second measures network throughput, the usual unit for internet speeds. Note it is bits, not bytes.
See {L('gigabits-per-second','Gigabits per second')}.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Megabits per second?
Megabits per second (Mbps) is a network speed unit.
What terms are related to Megabits per second?
Related General terms include byte, bit.