Atom

Atom is a family of microprocessors from Intel based on the x86 architecture that combines low power consumption with a compact form factor. Most variants are implemented as a system-on-chip (SoC), integrating the processing core, graphics unit and interface logic on a single chip. This makes the range suitable for embedded devices with graphical user interfaces, industrial PCs and networked controllers requiring processing power with low heat dissipation. Unlike a microcontroller, an Atom processor has sufficient performance to run a full operating system and standard software. Its x86 compatibility allows familiar desktop software to be used directly.

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