Logic Gates
Logic gates are fundamental components in computing and digital circuits, acting like simple decision-makers. In the context of predicate logic, they represent basic operations that combine true/false statements. For example, an AND gate outputs true only if all its inputs are true, while an OR gate outputs true if at least one input is true. Similarly, a NOT gate inverts the input, turning true to false and vice versa. These gates help perform complex logical functions by using straightforward rules, forming the basis for algorithms and computations in technology.
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Logic gates are basic building blocks of digital circuits that perform logical operations on one or more binary inputs to produce a single output. Each type of gate implements a specific logic function: AND gates output true only if all inputs are true; OR gates output true if at least one input is true; NOT gates invert the input. These gates are fundamental in computing and electronic devices, enabling complex decision-making processes by combining simple true/false (1/0) signals. Essentially, they allow machines to process information in a way that resembles basic reasoning.