Practice Software Components (firmware) (1.1.3.2) - Introduction to Embedded Systems, ASICs, and ASIPs
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Software Components (Firmware)

Practice - Software Components (Firmware)

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Question 1 Easy

What is firmware?

💡 Hint: Think about how a microwave operates.

Question 2 Easy

Give an example of a device driver.

💡 Hint: Consider peripherals connected to computers.

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Question 1

What does firmware primarily control in an embedded system?

User interface
Hardware operations
Data storage

💡 Hint: Think about the foundational purpose of firmware.

Question 2

True or False: An RTOS ensures tasks are executed in a non-deterministic manner.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what 'real-time' implies in its name.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Imagine you are designing a new smart thermostat. Discuss how you would implement the firmware, including drivers and application code.

💡 Hint: Consider how each part interacts with hardware.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze how a firmware update might affect security in an embedded system and what measures should be taken to ensure secure updates.

💡 Hint: Think about protective measures used in software applications.

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