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Learn about what embedded systems are and examples of them. Based on the J277 OCR GCSE Computer Science specification (first taught from 2020 onwards). 1.3: Embedded Systems Exam Board: OCR Specification: J277 Watch on YouTube : Embedded Systems Example: A washing machine has a control chip that manages the different program cycles. An embedded system is a computer system built into a larger machine to provide a means of control . Embedded systems perform a specific pre-programmed task which is stored in ROM . An embedded system uses a combination of hardware and software . They perform only specific tasks and often have a small amount of storage and low processing power . Example: A traffic light has a control chip that determines when to change to a green or red light. Q uesto's Q uestions 1.3 - Embedded Software: 1. What is an embedded system ? [3 ] 2a. Give two examples of an embedded system. [ 2 ] 2b. Research and describe another two examples of an embedded system. [ 4 ] 1.2 - CPU Performance 2.1 - Primary Storage Theory Topics

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