A technician is setting up several smart devices in a home, including a programmable thermostat, a smart microwave, and a car's GPS navigation system. Which type of operating system is specifically designed to run on these kinds of devices, which often have constraints on memory and processing power?
The correct answer is an embedded OS. An embedded operating system is a specialized OS designed to perform a specific, dedicated task for a device that is not a traditional computer. These devices, such as microwaves, car navigation systems, and thermostats, often have limitations on resources like memory and processing power. A workstation OS is a standard operating system for desktops and laptops. A server OS is optimized for providing services over a network. A mobile device OS is designed for smartphones and tablets.
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