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New Windows Embedded Names

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Michael analyzed and wrote about Microsoft's operating systems, including the Windows client OS, as well as compliance and governance. Michael... more

Old Name New Name Typical Usage
Windows CE Windows Embedded Compact Generic embedded OS for small-footprint, portable, connected devices, for the ARM, MIPS, SHx, and x86 processors
  Windows Embedded NavReady 2009 Targeted embedded OS for small-footprint, portable, connected personal navigation devices, based on Windows CE for the ARM processor
Windows XP Embedded (XPe) Windows Embedded Standard 2009 Generic embedded OS for reduced-footprint connected devices, based on Windows XP for the x86 processor
Windows XP Embedded for Point of Service (POS) Windows Embedded POS Ready Targeted embedded OS for reduced-footprint connected devices with retail peripherals (scanners, scales, cash drawers), based on Windows XP for the x86 processor
Windows Vista for Embedded Systems Windows Embedded Enterprise Generic OS licensed for connected devices with high-end graphic requirements (such as a kiosk), based on

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