Peter P. wrote:
> Q1 - what is the general take on this.

My take is that you're being overly dramatic, which leads to the impression
you have a axe to grind, which undermines your credibility.  Yes, there are
cases when external over/under voltage protection is needed on PIC pins, but
to say it is required on all pins all the time is just silly.


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