General terms:
* Bits: This is a very common term, referring to the smallest unit of information in a computer. It can also be used more generally for small pieces of information.
* Data points: This is a more formal term used in statistics and data analysis.
* Facts: This is a broad term for any piece of information that is true.
* Details: This implies a piece of information that helps to clarify or elaborate on a larger idea.
* Snippets: This term suggests a small, often incomplete piece of information.
More specific terms:
* Bytes: These are groups of bits that represent a single character.
* Records: These are collections of data points related to a specific entity, like a customer or a product.
* Fields: These are individual pieces of information within a record.
* Keywords: These are words or phrases that represent a particular topic or concept.
* Quotes: This refers to a short piece of text extracted from a longer source.
It's important to consider the context and the specific type of information when choosing the best term. For example, if you're talking about individual pieces of data in a spreadsheet, "data points" or "fields" might be appropriate. If you're talking about a short piece of text from a website, "snippet" or "quote" might be better.