sequential logic

noun

A form of digital circuit logic where the current outputs depend not only on the current inputs, but also on a memory of past inputs and states.

“Sequential logic is used to construct finite state machines.”

Opposite
combinational logic
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Meanings

nounsequential logic (uncountable)
  1. uncountablebusinessA form of digital circuit logic where the current outputs depend not only on the current inputs, but also on a memory of past inputs and states.

    Sequential logic is used to construct finite state machines.

Synonyms & antonyms

Opposite
combinational logic
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