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My teacher of circuit analysis showed us the LTSPICE but there are workshops on my faculty on PSPICE. What's the best software between this two or is there one better than this two?
LTSPICE is a freeware circuit simulation software developed by Linear Technology, while PSPICE is a commercial circuit simulation software developed by Cadence Design Systems. Both programs have similar capabilities, but LTSPICE is known for its user-friendly interface and quick simulation times.
LTSPICE is generally considered to be more user-friendly and easier to learn for beginners. It has a simple interface and provides helpful tutorials and guides. However, PSPICE has more advanced features and is widely used in industry, so it may be beneficial for beginners to eventually learn both programs.
Both LTSPICE and PSPICE are capable of simulating a wide range of circuits, including analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits. However, each program may excel in different types of circuits, so it is best to research and choose the program that best fits your specific needs.
Both LTSPICE and PSPICE use the same underlying simulation engine, so the accuracy of the simulations should be similar. However, PSPICE may have more advanced modeling capabilities and a larger library of components, which can result in more accurate simulations for certain circuits.
LTSPICE is available for Windows and Mac OS, while PSPICE is only available for Windows. However, there are alternatives such as LTSPICE XVII and PSPICE Student Version which can be run on other operating systems using a virtual machine.