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Devices that are carried in a pocket or bag, such as a smartphone or a Personal Data

Assistant (PDA) are not called wearable computers as they are not worn on a body part.

Embedded Computers

An Embedded computer is a computer chip fixed inside a machine or device. It is a
combination of hardware and software that is designed to perform a highly specific

function. For example, an embedded computer inside a geyser will switch ON the
geyser at a specific time, set the temperature of water depending on the weather,
switch OFF the geyser when the water has heated, and display a message that it is

ready for use.

The main characteristics of embedded computers are:

• They are very small in size.

• They use very little electricity.

• They are highly efficient.

• They are not expensive as complex hardware is not needed.

Real-life examples of embedded computers are found inside automated cars, ATMs,
sensor-based lighting systems, game controllers, fitness trackers, smart home locking
systems, and modern traffic light systems.

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Most applications of Artificial Intelligence involve use of devices with embedded

computers or wearable computers that can gather data continuously and learn as the
devices are used.

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