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| − | An '''embedded system''' is a computer which is part of a larger electrical or mechanical system, often in a [[ | + | An '''embedded system''' is a computer which is part of a larger electrical or mechanical system, often in a [[real-time]] mode. Their [[software]] is fixed, and performs entirely pre-defined functions; in smaller systems (the majority), is often stored in [[Read-only memory|ROM]]. |
The first embedded systems were [[minicomputer]]s, but now [[microcomputer]]s are used; in fact, the vast majority of modern production of these is used in embedded applications. | The first embedded systems were [[minicomputer]]s, but now [[microcomputer]]s are used; in fact, the vast majority of modern production of these is used in embedded applications. | ||
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Revision as of 22:02, 5 November 2018
An embedded system is a computer which is part of a larger electrical or mechanical system, often in a real-time mode. Their software is fixed, and performs entirely pre-defined functions; in smaller systems (the majority), is often stored in ROM.
The first embedded systems were minicomputers, but now microcomputers are used; in fact, the vast majority of modern production of these is used in embedded applications.
