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05/07/08 06:18
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#154506 - In what context?
Responding to: ???'s previous message
In the context of a microcontroller chip, a "port" is simply a set of pins with input and/or output capability;

In the context of a PC, a "port" could be taken to include the connector, and any associated driver hardware and/or software;

In the context of the Internet Protocol (IP) a "port" number identifies a specific socket connection;

etc, etc...

A buffer is generally something that provides some sort of "protection" between two devices - like the traditional "buffers" on a train. Often a "buffer" will be used to provide increased drive capability and/or voltage tolerance, etc...

In software, a "buffer" is usually some sort of temporary storage where things are held whilst awaiting processing.

You need to be more specific if you want a specific answer!

List of 13 messages in thread
TopicAuthorDate
buffer and port            01/01/70 00:00      
   In what context?            01/01/70 00:00      
      with respect to controller            01/01/70 00:00      
         Do you mean \\\"pin\\\" and \\\"latch\\\" ?            01/01/70 00:00      
         Still unclear            01/01/70 00:00      
         question modified            01/01/70 00:00      
            1 more point added            01/01/70 00:00      
               This is just another interview question, isn't it?            01/01/70 00:00      
               If only you\'d read the documentation ...            01/01/70 00:00      
                  Sotr of            01/01/70 00:00      
            I think Christoph explained it?            01/01/70 00:00      
               can i also justify like this            01/01/70 00:00      
                  No.            01/01/70 00:00      

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