An embedded system is a special-purpose computer system, which is completely encapsulated by the device it controls. An embedded system has specific requirements and performs pre-defined tasks, unlike a general-purpose personal computer. An embedded system is a programmed hardware device. A programmable hardware chip is the 'raw material' and it is programmed with particular applications. This is to be understood in comparison to older systems with full functional hardware or systems with general purpose hardware and externally loaded software. Embedded systems are a combination of hardware and software which facilitates mass production and variety of application.

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Embedded computer systems constitute the widest possible use of computer systems; it includes all computers other than those specifically intended as general-purpose computers. Examples of embedded systems range from a portable music player, to real-time control of systems like the space shuttle. They are characterized by providing a function, or functions, that is not itself a computer.

The majority of commercial embedded systems are designed to perform selected functions at a low cost. Many, but not all embedded systems have real-time system constraints that must be met. These systems may need to be very fast for some functions, but most of its other functions will probably not need speed. These systems meet their real-time constraints with a combination of special purpose hardware and software tailored to the system requirements.