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What is the difference between an embedded system and dedicated system?
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To my understanding,
a dedicated system is a computer system capable of performing 1 specific task
an embedded system is a computer system within a larger system that performs a specific task
Is there a difference that i'm missing or is dedicated system just a more generic term for referring to things like 'file server'.
Thanks
a dedicated system is a computer system capable of performing 1 specific task
an embedded system is a computer system within a larger system that performs a specific task
Is there a difference that i'm missing or is dedicated system just a more generic term for referring to things like 'file server'.
Thanks
Solution
An embedded system is embedded in some larger device/system. For example, a computer used to control a car is embedded, or the microprocessor controlling e.g. a washing machine.
A dedicated system is one which is used for one task only, like file serving or running a database.
Most embedded systems are dedicated (to their specific task(s)). There isn't a clear cut definition.
A dedicated system is one which is used for one task only, like file serving or running a database.
Most embedded systems are dedicated (to their specific task(s)). There isn't a clear cut definition.
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StackExchange Computer Science Q#42606, answer score: 2
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