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Mbps vs MB/s: Internet Speed Explained

Understand the difference between megabits per second and megabytes per second when downloading files.

The difference

Mbps means megabits per second. MB/s means megabytes per second. One byte contains 8 bits.

MB/s = Mbps ÷ 8.

Example: 100 Mbps is about 12.5 MB/s before network overhead.

Browsers and download apps often show MB/s, while internet providers advertise Mbps.

Use a download time calculator to estimate how long large files, games, videos or backups will take.

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