Computer Science

Data Transfer Rate

Calculate average data transfer rate.

Transfer Rate = Data Transferred / Time Taken

Formula Explanation

The rate describes how much data is transferred per unit time.

Variables Explained

Data Transferred = Amount of data; Time Taken = Duration.

Solved Example

A 100 MB file transfers in 20 seconds. Find the average rate.
Rate = 100 / 20 = 5 MB/s.

Exam Tip

Distinguish bytes from bits: 1 byte = 8 bits.