Windows Embedded OS

We often encounter situations in our day to day life where we possess things, which have absolutely no usage or requirement. This situation is reflected in the case of Operating Systems that we use in our smart devices. We have features, applications etc on our smart devices which are insignificant to us or to our work. All they do is occupy unnecessary memory in the devices and in many cases causes us additional cost.

Wish to avoid the cost and save up on memory, resources and also turnaround time? Well, now there is a perfect solution to this problem- Windows embedded operating systems.

Windows embedded operating system extends the power of windows operating system along with expeditiously reducing the memory consumption, cost and the resource usage.

Depending on the purpose served by the device, the windows operating system can be customized, i.e., only the required features and applications are installed. In other words, windows embedded operating system can also be termed as ‘light weight operating system’. The different versions of windows embedded operating systems include:

• Windows embedded Standard 2007
• Windows embedded Standard 2009
• Windows embedded POS Ready 2009
• Windows embedded 7
• Windows embedded 8

The use of embedded operating system is not limited to just computers. Various devices on which windows embedded operating system can be installed are:

• Thin client: The use of embedded windows operating system in thin client will eliminate the need to connect remotely.
• Digital signage: This device is typically employed for the playback and also distribution of the digital content on network of displays. With the integration of windows embedded operating system, there is no need to compromise on the quality of display. Windows embedded operating system has enabled the digital signage to be small enough that it can be mounted on a wall too.
• Point of Sale (POS): ‘Point of sale’ generally refers to the hardware and software used for checkouts – the equivalent of an electronic cash register. It is used widely in places like supermarkets, restaurants, hotels etc. Windows embedded operating system for POS bears the updated and advanced facilities.

Some of the various features of windows embedded operating systems are:

• Windows embedded OS has all the device management functionalities.
• Uncompromised security is another important feature. Along with compatibility with the existing system and customization through a worldwide network, the advance security (e.g. lockdown feature) implanted in windows embedded operating systems ensures that the probability of system failure or system being corrupt is negligible.
• Reduced turnaround time is an important benefit especially for the applications and devices where the turnaround time plays a critical role.

Digital Home

Home, without any second thought, is a place where the heart resides. Home, irrespective of what kind of and where it is (e.g. apartment in Manhattan, a Tudor in London or a penthouse in Hong Kong), is the only place where one finds comfort and peace. Home is a place to rest and nest, to spend time with friends and family, to escape the pinball game of work, and to be entertained by more engaging games, from TV's popular "Survivor" series to the best selling PC-based diversions such as Halo 3. The digital home is a rapidly evolving reality all around us. Our day-to-day life includes a wide variety of home devices that are digital—everything from PC's to laptops to smart phones and MP3 players. This list continues to grow as new digital devices and technologies for home and mobile use make their way into the market. Life without digital devices is unimaginable.

Thus, we have devised a solution that is based on Intel's latest desktop board D33217CK combined with the Windows 8 Operating System.

The technology era, in which we live, compromising between performance, profile, and price is not an option. The D33217CK is a tiny 4"×4"×1.5" computing device with the power of the 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i3 processor. Its low power consumption enables innovative system designs and energy-efficient applications in places like digital signage, home entertainment, and portable usage. It features HDMI 1.4A supporting 8 Channel Digital Audio, 10 GB/s bi-directional and dual protocol for data and display, High Speed m-SATA Device for Storage and an option wireless connectivity. In addition, the wireless device has a capability of driving an additional wireless display. And Guess what!!! The Feature rich device consumes only 20 Watts of Power!!

Simply connect your mobile phones, tablets, laptops or digital camera wirelessly to this device and enjoy the experience  of watching movies on a large screen as if you are watching it in a cinema hall.

We are currently setting up an Experience Zone for people who are interested in taking a tour of our Digital Home.