What is a chip, and how does it differ from an integrated circuit?
This technical question asks you to define a specific component used in hardware design and contrast it with another component. This is the typical form of a technical question. However, this question is slightly different because the two components you're asked to compare are actually the same. Interviewers at Cisco will ask this type of question to explore your technical knowledge. It also allows you to demonstrate your communication skills and how capable you are of discussing technical issues with people at Cisco with non-technical backgrounds.
"A chip is nothing more than an integrated circuit contained in a tiny package. It can contain several different components used in electronic designs, including circuits, capacitors, rectifiers, and diodes. Chips typically are connected to a circuit board using pins extending from the chip that is either soldered on the board or placed into a connector which is designed for this purpose."
