exbi-
combining form
computing. denoting 2 to the power 60
Origin
C20: from ex(a-) + bi(nary)exbi-
Etymology
Blend of exa- + binary.
Prefix
| IEC binary prefix | ||
| Ei | ||
| Previous: | pebi- | |
| Next: | zebi- | |
- The IEC prefix meaning 260 = 1,0246 = 1,152,921,504,606,846,976. Compare exa-, meaning 1018 = 1,0006 = 1,000,000,000,000,000,000, a quintillion.
Usage notes
Not yet in widespread use, this binary multiple prefix was established to make various units used in computing precise.