Semiconductors have long been vital to our lives, powering not only our computers, but these days, our cars, smartphones, and even smart refrigerators and washing machines. Thus, it's not surprising that lots of semiconductor stocks have been phenomenal performers, making their shareholders wealthier.

With the recent proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) applications, semiconductors have become even more vital. Here's a look at seven semiconductor companies that seem to have bright futures -- along with a different way to invest in semiconductors -- via exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Note that they have different focuses and different valuations, too.

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