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2c: Explain the difference between a general-purpose computing system and a purpose-built device.

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Keyword	Definition
embedded computer system	type of computer which only ever runs one program
general purpose computing system	type of computer which can execute lots of different programs
purpose built device	type of machine which has just one purpose

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