8.2.2 Debug

If this option is available for the project device, you can select to use software breakpoints.

Table 8-2. Debug Option Category
Use Software Breakpoints	Check to use software breakpoints. Uncheck to use hardware breakpoints. See discussion below to determine which type is best for your application.

Table 8-3. Software vs. Hardware Breakpoints
Features	Software Breakpoints	Hardware Breakpoints
Number of breakpoints	Unlimited	Limited
Breakpoints are written to	Program Memory	Debug Registers
Time to set breakpoints	Oscillator Speed Dependent – can take minutes	Minimal
Skidding	No	Yes
Note: Using software breakpoints for debugging impacts device endurance. Therefore, it is recommended that devices used in this manner not be used as production parts.