Embedded Systems

The document provides an overview of embedded systems, including: 1) Embedded systems are computer systems designed for specific control functions within devices and differ from general purpose computers in having real-time performance requirements and limited resources. 2) Embedded systems are found in a wide range of applications from appliances to vehicles to industrial equipment. 3) Designing embedded systems requires consideration of both hardware and software aspects to meet requirements for cost, reliability, and real-time performance.