What does CE stand for in Microsoft?

What does CE stand for in Microsoft?

Windows CE, also known as Windows Embedded Compact or Windows Embedded CE is an operating system developed for Windows Embedded devices. The Windows CE operating system has powered industrial, medical, and a variety of other devices for more than 20 years.

What can I run on Windows CE?

Windows CE is designed to run on a variety of devices. These devices may include PDA devices (electronic organizers), palm top computers, and other devices, such as specific types of telephones and stereos. Of the various Windows CE devices, PDAs may be the most popular.

What is Windows CE 5?

Windows CE 5.0 is billed as a low-cost, compact, fast-to-market, real-time operating system available for x86, ARM, MIPS, and SuperH microprocessor -based systems. Windows CE 5.0 builds on previous Windows CE releases in its adoption of shared source.

What is the Windows CE SDK?

The Windows CE 5.0: Standard SDK, in conjunction with the Microsoft eMbedded Visual C++ 4.0 SP4, deliver a complete development environment for creating applications for devices based on Microsoft® Windows® CE 5.0.

What is Platform Builder IDE for Windows CE 5?

Windows CE 5.x is the base OS for Windows Mobile 6.0, 6.1 and 6.5. On the x86 platform, Windows CE 5.0 competes against Microsoft’s other embedded operating systems, Windows XP Embedded and its predecessor Windows NT Embedded. Platform Builder IDE for Windows CE 5.0 is the last builder tool available as standalone product.

What are the main differences between Windows XP and Windows CE?

Existing Win32 applications: Windows CE cannot use Win32 binaries, libraries, and drivers without modification. Memory footprint: The minimum footprint of Windows CE is 350 kilo bytes. The minimum footprint of Windows XP Embedded is 8 megabytes, making it over 23 times larger.