Embedded Systems, Microcontrollers, and ARM
Abstract
Basic concepts of the microprocessor, microcontroller, and embedded system are introduced in this chapter. The key features of an embedded system, including its hardware and software elements, and of an embedded system are introduced. An example embedded system is outlined in the form of a vending machine. Appropriate programming languages are reviewed, notably C and C++, and the overall embedded development cycle is surveyed. A history of ARM is outlined, together with a review of its products and design philosophy. The ARM Cortex microprocessor core is introduced.
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