Chapter 1
A Systems Approach to Embedded Systems Design
In This Chapter
• Defining embedded system
• Introducing the design process
• Defining an embedded systems architecture
• Discussing the impact of architecture
• Summarizing the remaining sections of the book
1.1 What Is an Embedded System?
An embedded system is an applied computer system, as distinguished from other types of computer systems such as personal computers (PCs) or supercomputers. However, you will find that the definition of “embedded system” is fluid and difficult to pin down, as it constantly evolves with advances in technology and dramatic decreases in the cost of implementing various hardware and software components. Internationally, the field has outgrown many of its traditional ...
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