Zilog
From WE Computers Museum
Zilog | |
Type | Subsidiary of IXYS |
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Founded | 1974 |
Headquarters | Milpitas, California, USA |
Key people | Federico Faggin, founder Ralph Ungermann, founder |
Industry | Electronic components |
Products | Electronic components |
Number of people | 174 |
Website | http://www.zilog.com/ |
Zilog is an American computer chip manufacturer.
Foundation
Zilog was founded in 1974 by Federico Faggin and Ralph Ungermann.
Zilog Z80
Zilog released the Z80 beginning in 1974, a series of 8-bit microprocessors that were compatible with the Intel 8080.
The Z80 was used in several computers and video game consoles.
Acquisition by IXYS
In December 2009, IXYS purchased Zilog for $62.4 million USD with money in hand.