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Each data rate unit is defined as a multiple of the bit per second, so the conversion runs in two steps: multiply by the source unit's factor to reach bit per second, then divide by the target unit's factor. One factor per unit covers every pair in the list. Network speeds are quoted in bits per second while file transfers show bytes per second, so a 100 Mbit/s link downloads at about 12.5 MB/s.
Two-step conversion
result = value × factor(from) ÷ factor(to)
Base value
base (bit per second) = value × factor(from)
With 8 units, direct pairs would mean 56 factors to maintain. Going via bit per second needs one factor per unit and gives the same answer.
Yes. The first is the unit your figure is already in; the second is what you want it in. Swapping them inverts the result.