RTOS Flashcards
1
Q
What is an RTOS?
A
An OS designed for systems that require immediate, predictable responses to inputs — ideal for time-sensitive applications like missile guidance or automotive braking systems.
2
Q
What is a Unix-like OS?
A
A family of general-purpose operating systems (e.g., Linux, macOS) — not optimized for real-time execution.
3
Q
What is firmware?
A
Software programmed into hardware to control low-level device functions — not an OS, though it may work alongside one.
