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- Embedded computers are computers that are a part of a machine or device.
- Embedded computers generally execute a program that is stored in non-volatile
memory and is only intended to operate to operate a specific machine or device.
- Embedded computers are typically required to operate continuously without being
rest or rebooted, and once employed in their task, the software usually cannot be modified.
Examples: An automobile may contain a number of embedded computers; a washing machine and a DVD player.
steve williams answered the question on November 16, 2017 at 01:29
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