Understand the difference.
Compare the meaning, drawing context and source references of two entries. A similar graphic or shared abbreviation does not establish equivalence.
NOR
SymbolsNOR gate
A logic gate that inverts an inclusive-OR result.
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A distinction that matters
NOR is different from NAND because the underlying input combination is OR rather than AND.
OR
SymbolsOR gate
A positive-logic element whose output is true when at least one input is true.
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A distinction that matters
Inclusive OR differs from XOR: OR remains true when both inputs are true.
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