What is the difference between a PLC (Programmable logic
controller) and DCS (distributed control system)?

Answer Posted / loganatha subash . m

The main difference is, Many PLCs can be controlled through
one DCS, but DCS cannot be controlled by PLC. For the large
plant DCS is the best than PLC.

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