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FUNDAMENTALS OF EMBEDDED SYSTEMS

Embedded systems are basic electronic devices used to control, monitor or assist the operation of equipment, machinery or a plant. The choice of word “embedded” reflects the fact that these are integral part of the system. Uses of embedded system in our real life are increasing day by day. Children need such systems to play video games and to operate chocolate vending machine, Housewives need embedded systems for microwave, TV, music system, and other system appliances. Here we will discuss about basics of embedded system: its uses, its components, its basic requirements in terms of Hardware and Software and support of Programming Languages. We will also highlight some application of embedded system in our real life scenario at the end of this unit. Embedded system is a kind of computer system or computing device that performs a dedicated function and/or is intended for use with a specific embedded software application. It has been found that such systems are not usable as a commercial...

DEVELOPMENT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS

 An integrated set of components for collecting, storing, processing, and communicating information is called information system. Business firms, other organizations, and individuals in contemporary society rely on information systems to manage their operations, compete in the marketplace, supply services, and augment personal lives. For instance, modern corporations rely on computerized information systems to process financial accounts and manage human resources; municipal governments rely on information systems to provide basic services to its citizens; and individuals use information systems to study, shop, bank, and invest. As major new technologies for recording and processing new capabilities have appeared, the invention of movable type in the mid15th century and the creation of the portable typewriter at the end of the 19th century are but two examples. Each of these inventions led to a profound revolution in the ability to record and disseminates information. The first larg...