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    Windows XP Embedded Overview
    Enabling advanced consumer devices to run thousands of existing Windows applications and drivers.
    Features at a glance:

    Next Generation of
    Windows XP Embedded:     		Windows Embedded Standard Windows XP Embedded
    Reduced Footprint 12,000 Individual Components; 40 MB at smallest
    Processor x86
    Real-time OS: Via Third Party Plug in (Venturcom RTX TenAsys INtime)
    Run Win32 Apps: Full Win 32 Application compatibility
    Trial 4 months (120 days), fully functional
    Cost (USD)* Development Tools:
    Licensing:    		 $995 Runtime
    $90 (per unit shipped)     		$995 Runtime
    $90 (per unit shipped)
    Support 10-year product support life cycle Windows XP Embedded Development Center (MSDN) Partner Resources Starts 2H’CY2008 Started in CY2002
    Microsoft Silverlight Cross-browser, cross-platform plug-in for delivering the next generation of media experiences  
    .NET Framework 3.5 Latest managed-code programming model for Windows  
    Support for Windows Server 2008 (RDP 6.1) Includes security and management technology to help devices connect seamlessly to Windows Vista and take advantage of the new features in Windows Server 2008  
    Windows Media Player 11 Includes new media features designed to help manage libraries of digital music, photos, and videos  
    Internet Explorer 7 Improved navigation and search, improved printing, and access to RSS feeds  
    Windows Server Update Services (Support) Software update service  
    System Center Configuration Manager (Support) Solution to comprehensively assess, deploy, and update your devices  
    MBSA Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer  
    Future Platform Innovation (Features & Technologies)    
    * Runtime pricing is based on purchase volume of one unit. Volume discounts are available. Local taxes, tariffs, and other costs may apply.

    Developers use Windows Embedded Standard for a variety of smart, connected, and service-oriented advanced commercial or consumer devices, to run thousands of existing Windows applications and drivers, ranging from Thin Clients to Multi-Function Printers, including:

    • Advanced Set-top Boxes
    • Fuel Pumps
    • Full Featured Point of Service
    • Gaming Devices
    • Home Automation Gateways
    • Industrial Controls
    • Intelligent Appliances
    • Multimedia Internet Devices
    • Kiosks
    • Media Servers
    • Mobile Point of Service
    • Monitoring Devices
    • Multi-Function Printers
    • Networked Media Devices and Servers
    • Windows-based Terminals

    From end-to-end development tools to embedded-enabling features, visit the Windows Embedded Standard Product Features page to learn more about Windows Embedded Standard, as well as what’s new in this release.
    Windows XP Embedded Advantages
    Windows XP Embedded offers the power of Windows with a flexible component selection, the opportunity to use familiar developing tools, and a cost-effective model of paying for what you actually ship.
    • Connectivity - 12,000 Components
      By using only the components you need, you can reduce development time, optimize operating system size, and lower hardware costs. Scale as low as 8MB in size with a bootable kernel.

    • Confidence - Componentized Version of Windows XP Professional
      Windows XP Embedded reduces time to market by taking advantage of a familiar programming model and a powerful set of tools. Leverage your knowledge of Visual Studio and develop with integrated technologies that include Internet Explorer, Windows Media Player and the .NET Framework to create applications and drivers for Windows XP Embedded devices quickly.

    • 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 XP Embedded 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.

      Understand the full advantages of using Windows XP Embedded. Download document now.
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    Next Generation of Windows XP Embedded Launch Video
    Watch this Windows Embedded Standard launch video to find out about the latest features and recent release of the next generation of Windows XP Embedded.
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