Zilog, Inc

Zilog, Inc. is an American semiconductor company that specializes in the design and development of embedded systems and microcontrollers. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Milpitas, California, United States.

Zilog is best known for its Z80 microprocessor, which gained popularity in the 1980s as a key component in many home computers and gaming consoles. The Z80 was widely used in systems such as the Sinclair ZX Spectrum, the MSX computer standard, and the Sega Master System.

Zilog continues to offer a range of microcontrollers and embedded systems solutions for various applications, including industrial automation, smart energy, security systems, and consumer electronics. Their product portfolio includes 8-bit and 16-bit microcontrollers, development tools, software libraries, and application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs).

The microcontrollers offered by Zilog are designed to provide low power consumption, high performance, and integration of peripherals and interfaces necessary for embedded systems. They often include features such as analog-to-digital converters, timers, UARTs (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitters), I2C and SPI interfaces, and other functionalities to support diverse applications.

Zilog also provides development tools and software to facilitate the programming and development of applications on their microcontroller platforms. These tools include integrated development environments (IDEs), compilers, debuggers, and other software components.

While Zilog's prominence may not be as widespread as it was during the heyday of the Z80, the company continues to cater to specific market segments with its microcontroller solutions and embedded systems expertise.