16-bit

A 16-bit system refers to how a computer or digital device processes and stores data using 16 binary digits, or bits. Each bit can be 0 or 1, so 16 bits can represent 65,536 different values (2^16). This means such systems can handle larger numbers, more detailed images, or more complex information compared to systems with fewer bits. For example, in color displays, a 16-bit color depth allows for thousands of color combinations, resulting in richer images. Essentially, "16-bit" indicates the amount of data the system can handle at one time, affecting its precision and capacity.