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Tiny parts make your computer work.

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CMOS inverter.svg
These parts live on small chips. They use very little power. This keeps things from getting too hot. They help your watch and phone run.
1957(Figure 9)-Gate oxide transistor by Frosch and Derrick.png
1957(Figure 9)-Gate oxide transistor by Frosch and Derrick.png
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CMOS Inverter.svg
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CMOS NAND Layout.svg
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