A computer built into another device, such as a video game player, microwave oven, toaster, VCR, or wristwatch.
A device which has its own computing power dedicated to specific functions, usually consisting of a microprocessor and firmware. The computer becomes an integral part of the device as opposed to devices which are controlled by an independent, stand-alone computer. It implies software that integrates operating system and application functions.
a computer (usually a microprocessor) that is incorporated as an integral part into a hardware component and that is dedicated to performing specific functions of its encapsulating hardware component. For example, the computers embedded in microwave ovens, smart phones, and automobiles.
a computer set in something else, like a microwave oven or a cell phone
a computer used for a specific purpose, such as controlling or monitoring a larger machine or device
a computer with a specific function found in such things as cars, microwaves, TVs, the VCR, and other home electronics
a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product
a special-purpose computer that is designed to run only a single application
A computer that is embedded in a larger system and controls that system. Often a single circuit board with a control porgram in ROM.
Embedded computers are board level systems that contain one or more microprocessors and act as the "brains" inside telecom, manufacturing, medical, and electronic products.