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“…Covers a wide range of semiconductor applications: cellphones, cars, computers, gaming systems, and much more Conceptual enough for laypeople and nontechnical investors—and sufficiently detailed for technical readers Includes a wide range of diagrams and flowcharts to promote understanding Presents accessible explanations of how silicon chips are designed and built Shows how the entire industry fits together, helping readers understand key niches, market segments, and opportunities…”

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