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Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (CMOS)

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A CMOS is a technology for constructing integrated circuits used in microprocessors, microcontrollers, and other digital logic circuits.

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CMOS technology is employed for designing digital logic circuits because of its high density and low power consumption. This is essential in devices such as microprocessors and memory where efficient power usage extends battery life and reduces heat generation. CMOS transistors serve as the fundamental building blocks for many digital devices, facilitating numerous functions including data storage and processing.

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CMOS image sensors used in digital cameras capture light and convert it into electronic signals.

These sensors are commonly utilized in digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras and smartphone cameras due to their low power consumption and high image quality.

CMOS circuits in microprocessors, such as Intel's Core i9 series, perform complex computations at high speeds.

Widely used in personal computers and servers to execute multiple instructions simultaneously while maintaining energy efficiency.

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Socket
A socket is a physical or virtual interface for connecting compatible computer components or peripheral devices.
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A processor is the central unit in a computer responsible for executing instructions from programs.
Chipset
A chipset is a collection of integrated circuits that manage data flow between the processor, memory, and peripherals of a computer.
Integrated Circuit (IC)
An Integrated Circuit (IC) is a set of electronic circuits on a small flat piece (chip) of semiconductor material, usually silicon.
Compatibility
The ability of a system or component to work with other products or systems without modification.