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Embedded Computers


                  An embedded computer is a special type of microprocessor based system that is developed
                  for performing a specific task. It is different from general-purpose computer like PC. Today,
                  embedded computers are used in various applications. Some commonly used examples of the
                  embedded computers are digital camera, microwave, ATM, etc. Let us learn about some of these
                  embedded computers in detail.
                  Digital Camera

                  Digital camera is one of the most commonly used embedded
                  computers. Due to the use of embedded computers, cameras
                  become very smart and provides lots of features that were not
                  present in older cameras. The main function of a camera is to
                  capture photos and shoot videos. It also have a memory to store
                  the captured photos and videos.                                                 Digital Camera

                                                         ATM

                                                         Automated Teller Machine (ATM) is another example of the
                                                         embedded computers that allows us to withdraw money
                                                         from our bank account from anywhere and anytime. This
                                                         machine is  connected  with the bank’s server.  When we
                                                         withdraw some money from ATM machine, equal amount
                                                         is debited from our bank account.
                                 ATM
                  Microwave

                  The microwave that we use at our home is also an example of
                  the embedded computer that allows us to warm and cook food.

                  It contains a computer system embedded inside to control the
                  time and temperature.
                                                                                                     Microwave
                  Handheld Computers

                  A handheld computer is a type of computer that can easily be stored in our pocket and used by
                  holding it in our hands. Most of the handheld computers have a touchscreen in which we input
                  data by using our fingers. Some of the commonly used examples of handheld computers are
                  smartphones, smart watches, PDA, and gaming consoles.

                  Smartphone

                  Smartphone  is a  type  of  mobile phone  that  provides  the  facilities of  a
                  computer. It has a touchscreen and a rechargeable battery. A smartphone
                  provides the features of an earlier cell phone and also some  advanced
                  features similar to a computer. The size of the smartphone is smaller than
                  the  tablet  computer.  Hence,  you  can  easily  carry  a  smartphone  in  your
                                                                                                           Smartphone
                  pocket.


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