Altera (now Intel)

Altera was a company specializing in programmable logic devices, mainly FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays), which are flexible chips that can be customized after manufacturing to perform various digital tasks. In 2015, Intel acquired Altera, integrating its technology into Intel’s product line. This allows developers to create adaptable hardware solutions for applications like data centers, telecommunications, and embedded systems. Essentially, Altera (now part of Intel) provides tools and chips that enable customized, high-performance digital logic designs, offering flexibility and efficiency for complex electronic systems across many industries.