Thnx a lot 4 the reply frnds, but my confusion remains at the same pt where it started.
@dipal_z : I intend to make a project wich is a wrking prototype for demonstration, so it is not jus gonna have learning as an objective though it is certainly an important aim.
I have experience in wrking wid sm microcontrollers, but none had as many i/o ports as we need.
@lambtron: If possible cud u plz suggest me any micro-controller wid many i/o ports.
I need help not only wid jus the choice b/w micro-controllers, FPGA, comp or a CPLD but plz also help me by giving me a name/type of the choice too.
Thnq for the responses and luking 4wrd to sm more replies.
Thnx a lot in advance.