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Computer bits? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

chips

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'bits?' is the definition.
('chip' can be a synonym of 'bit')

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(Other definitions for chips that I've seen before include "Potato slices, good with fish" , "carpenter" , "Fried potatoes" , "Master" , "Gaming counters" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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