2)

comprehensive technical documentation, free software and hands-on training

3)

mplab® ide is absolutely free, and supports all of microchip’s 8, 16, and 32-bit microcontrollers

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low-cost development tools help speed up prototyping efforts

5)

easy migration with pin and code compatibility

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shortest lead times in the industry

7)

the only supplier to bring usb, lcd, can, ethernet, and capacitive touch sensing to the 8-bit market

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world-class, 24/7 technical support