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| ====== C.1 Embedded Systems ====== | ====== C.1 Embedded Systems ====== | ||
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| An **Embedded System** is a computer custom built to serve a specific purpose. Some examples of special purpose computers are cash registers, calculators, smart thermostats, and engine monitors in vehicles. A general purpose computer is one designed to perform general tasks: e.g., tablets, laptops, desktops, workstations and servers. Recently, smart phones have crossed over from being special purpose computers to general purpose computers, performing lots of tasks such as browsing the [[dido:public:ra:xapend:xapend.a_glossary:i:internet|internet]], playing songs, watching films, gaming and taking photos. They are no longer limited to making and receiving phone calls. | An **Embedded System** is a computer custom built to serve a specific purpose. Some examples of special purpose computers are cash registers, calculators, smart thermostats, and engine monitors in vehicles. A general purpose computer is one designed to perform general tasks: e.g., tablets, laptops, desktops, workstations and servers. Recently, smart phones have crossed over from being special purpose computers to general purpose computers, performing lots of tasks such as browsing the [[dido:public:ra:xapend:xapend.a_glossary:i:internet|internet]], playing songs, watching films, gaming and taking photos. They are no longer limited to making and receiving phone calls. | ||
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