How to Choose a RTOS for Your Embedded System – MapuSoft

After a brief introduction regarding the technologies involved, this post will provide you with the resources needed to make an informed decision about which real-time operating system (RTOS) will best fit the needs of your embedded system. A RTOS is generally necessary for any application which requires control over process priorities. Generally, such systems perform a limited number of functions, often with tight constraints. For example, many household appliances utilize rudimentary embedded systems. For example, a washing machine only requires a select few operations which do not require a full computer system (imagine having to boot up your washing machine and installing an anti-virus system on it).