What is a Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) primarily used for?
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- Permanent ASIC replacement fabricated at the factory
- A reprogrammable hardware chip whose logic can be configured after manufacturing
- A type of high-speed flash memory for storage
- An operating system for embedded devices
Correct answer: A reprogrammable hardware chip whose logic can be configured after manufacturing
Explanation: An FPGA is a reconfigurable silicon device that lets designers implement custom digital logic after manufacture. Major vendors like Xilinx commercialized FPGAs beginning in the 1980s (Xilinx founded 1984).
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