The document discusses the applications and features of microcontrollers. It provides examples of using microcontrollers for interfacing seven segment displays, temperature control, and other applications. It also discusses where microcontrollers can commonly be found, such as in cell phones, laptops, appliances, toys and more. The document outlines reasons for learning about microprocessors/controllers and provides an overview of the 8051 microcontroller, including its architecture, pins, registers and memory mapping.