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PARITYParity generator / checker: original educational illustration
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Parity generator / checker

Computes a parity indication from the defined digital input word.

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A distinction that matters

A parity check detects a defined class of bit errors; it is not a complete CRC, data-integrity or safety protocol.

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XORExclusive-OR gate: original educational illustration
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Exclusive-OR gate

For two positive-logic inputs, produces a true output when the input states differ.

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A distinction that matters

Two-input XOR is not inclusive OR; for more inputs verify whether the device implements odd parity or another specified function.

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