Data bits The number of data bits in each character can be 5 (for Baudot code), 6 (rarely used), 7 (for true ASCII), 8 (for most kinds of data, as this size matches the size of a byte), or 9 (rarely used). 8 data bits are almost universally used in newer applications. 5 or 7 bits generally only make sense with older equipment such as teleprinters.
daTa bits tHe NUMber Of data Bits in eacH chAracteR CAn Be 5 (For baudOt code), 6 (RarELY uSed), 7 (fOR True ascii), 8 (For mosT kinDs oF daTa, as THis size matches tHe sIZe Of a bytE) or 9 (rARelY UsEd). 8 daTa BItS are AlmoSt UNiversAlly USed in Newer APpliCAtiOns 5 Or 7 bitS geNeraLlY oNly maKe sensE WiTh olDeR eQUiPmEnt sucH aS telepRiNteRs