Logic Gates: Basics & Uses for O-Level Students

In summary, a student who recently joined a forum is seeking clarification on the basic working principle of logic gates and their uses in special circuits for their O-Level exams. They are looking for clear explanations and helpful links. Another user suggests rereading textbooks and practicing, and provides a link to Wikipedia as a starting point. They also offer words of encouragement and welcome the new member to the forum.
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Chaulesh
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Hi! I'm new to this forum, just joined a couple of hours ago. I am an O-Level student and I am currently on revision leave. I would like some explanations on the basic working principle of logic gates and their uses in special circuits. The clearer the explanation the better and some links to good sites would be of no refusal. Thank you in advance!
 
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Hi,

The problem with such a question is that it's not evident to most posters here since they've probably done their 'O' Levels a long time ago (just as I did) and may not know exactly what you need to understand for the 'O' Levels. They may end up giving you a far more detailed and advanced explanation you will ever need and would end up confusing you.

What I did for my 'O' and 'A' levels revision was to reread the textbook and supplementary revision texts for a better explanation and understanding. It also helps to practice a lot. You'll be tested (if I can remember my O level stuff) on things like how to simplify logic expressions (by making use of the logic tables) and construct logical expressions just from a given logic table. There's probably more stuff you'll be examined on which I don't remember. Just look for a suitable O levels text.

Good luck!
 
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maybe this should be moved to the EE forum.

in the meantime maybe start with Wikipedia:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Logic_gate

(also, the obligatory "welcome to PF, Chaulesh.")
 

Related to Logic Gates: Basics & Uses for O-Level Students

1. What are logic gates?

Logic gates are electronic devices that perform basic logic operations, such as AND, OR, and NOT, on binary inputs. They take in one or more binary inputs and produce a single binary output based on the logic operation being performed.

2. What are the basic types of logic gates?

The basic types of logic gates are AND, OR, and NOT gates. Other commonly used logic gates include NAND, NOR, and XOR gates. Each type of gate performs a specific logic operation and has a unique truth table.

3. How are logic gates used in everyday technology?

Logic gates are used in everyday technology to perform basic logic operations that are essential for the functioning of digital systems. They are commonly found in computers, calculators, and other electronic devices.

4. How do logic gates work?

Logic gates work by using transistors to manipulate the flow of electricity, depending on the input signals received. The output of a logic gate is determined by the combination of inputs and the type of logic operation being performed.

5. What are the applications of logic gates?

Logic gates have a wide range of applications in digital electronics. They are used in the design and construction of digital circuits, such as adders, flip-flops, and memory units. They are also used in the creation of computer processors, digital displays, and other complex electronic systems.

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