RT Journal Article SR Electronic A1 PACIOREK, Jakub T1 MICROPROCESSOR VERSUS MICROCONTROLLER JF Trends in education YR 2012 VO 5 IS 1 SP 561 OP 564 UL https://tvv-journal.upol.cz/en/artkey/tvv-201201-0119.php AB This paper sets out to explain the major differences between the constituent components of a microprocessor system, i.e. microprocessors and microcontrollers. Another goal is to present digital integrated circuits, their structure, modes of operation and the possibilities for application.