An embedded operating system is an operating system for embedded computer systems. These operating systems are designed to be very compact and efficient, forsaking many functions that non-embedded computer operating systems provide, and which may not be used by the specialized applications they run. They are frequently also real-time operating systems.

Examples of embedded operating systems could include the software used in Automated Teller Machines, Cash Registers, CCTV systems, TV box set,GPS, jukeboxes, etc.

[edit] See also

• List of Embedded operating systems
• Principle of least privilege (computer security)

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