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Specialized computer systems

Specialized computer systems

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Specialized computer systems

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- Specialized computer systems handle specific tasks, such as point of sale systems, ATMs, and GPS. Those are important, but let's get one thing straight. There are specialized computing devices everywhere. That's a computer. That's a computer. That's a computer, too. That's a computer. That's not a computer. A point of sale system enables you to interact directly with a machine to buy stuff. It has input features, like these little buttons, and output features, this tiny screen, and enough processing power to connect to a central server to take your money. ATMs, or automated teller machines, enable you to access basic banking functions like withdrawing cash, checking your balance, or depositing money. Like point of sale systems, they have a touchscreen interface with enough computing power to access the bank's servers and get your account information. Now, don't look. I need to get some cash. Finally, there's…

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