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    Windows Embedded CE Overview
    Componentized, real-time operating system for a wide range of small footprint devices.
    Features at a glance:

    Small Footprint 300KB/ 700 Components
    Processor ARM
    MIPS
    SH4
    x86
    Real-time OS: 32-bit Native Real-Time Support Unified Kernel
    Run Win32 Apps: Customized Win 32 Applications
    Trial 6-month (180 days), fully functional
    Cost (USD)* Development Tools: $995
    Runtime Licensing: $3.00 for Core SKU; $16.00 for Professional SKU
    New Vertical SKU for GPS and Set-Top Boxes. Priced between Core and Professional. Learn More.
    Support 10-year product support life cycle
    Windows Embedded CE Development Center (MSDN) Partner Resources
    * Runtime pricing is based on purchase volume of one unit (except Windows Embedded CE Core based on 1,000 units). Volume discounts are available. Local taxes, tariffs, and other costs may apply

    Developers use Windows Embedded CE for a variety of smart, connected, and service-oriented devices, ranging from power-conscious GPS handhelds to real-time, mission-critical industrial controllers, including:

    • ATMs
    • Barcode and RFID Scanners
    • Digital Picture Frames
    • Digital Media Adapters
    • Feature Phones
    • Fuel Pumps
    • Gaming Devices
    • GPS
    • Handheld Terminals
    • Home/building Automation Gateways
    • Industrial Controls
    • Intelligent Appliances
    • Mini-Kiosks
    • Mobile Point of Service
    • Monitoring Devices
    • Networked Media Devices
    • Media Servers
    • Remote Metering
    • Set-top Boxes
    • Smart Media Controls
    • Thin Clients
    • Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Phones
    • Windows SideShow
    With the Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R2 update, several new components help Windows Embedded CE 6.0 device makers efficiently build componentized, small footprint devices that connect to Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. These new features include additions and upgrades to:
    • Device Drivers
    • Remote Desktop
    • Internet Explorer
    • VoIP
    • Web Services on Devices (WSDAPI)
    • WMP updates
    • File system updates
    • Device Drivers
    • Remote Desktop
    • Internet Explorer
    • VoIP
    • Web Services on Devices (WSDAPI)
    • WMP updates
    • File system updates
    The following White Papers describe these features in more detail:
    Windows Embedded CE Advantages
    • Connectivity - 700 Components
      By using only the components you need, you can shorten overall development, optimize operating system size, and lower hardware costs. View the complete list of Windows Embedded CE 6.0 components to see what operating system components work best for developing your device.

    • Confidence - Develop Using Visual Studio
      Windows Embedded CE 6.0 streamlines the development process, allowing you to leverage your knowledge of Visual Studio and native development to create applications and drivers for CE 6.0 quickly. From Shared Source code availability to offering a broad selection of production quality drivers, learn more about the Windows Embedded CE product features that give you a competitive advantage.

    • Community and Support
      An active development community and a network of industry leading Partners are available to help you every step of your development cycle. Working with a Windows Embedded Partner early on furthers your development savings. Windows Embedded CE is also cost-effective with runtime license costs determined per unit shipped.

      For complete details, pricing, and licensing information, contact a Microsoft Windows Embedded Distributor near you.
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