Microprocessors and Microcontrollers Flashcards
1
Q
What is a microprocessor?
A
A processing device that contains the logic and control circuitry the CPU needs to perform its functions
2
Q
What is a microcontroller?
A
Small computers with several pins/ports to connect to inputs and outputs
3
Q
What is a PIC?
A
PICs (Peripheral Interface Controllers) are one of the most popular microcontrollers in engineering