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September 13, 2016updated 13 Jan 2017 3:41pm

What is a checksum?

This checks the integrity of data.

By Vinod

Checksum is used for detecting errors that may have surfaced during transmission or storage.

It is necessary for verifying data integrity. The process is conducted by counting the number of bits in a transmission unit.

 Want to know when it was introduced? See next page.

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