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Microsoft's Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 unveiled at NRF

January 14, 2009

NEW YORK — Microsoft Corp. has released its latest offering from its Windows Embedded Ready product line. Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 is the next generation of Windows Embedded Point of Service software for devices such as cash registers, self-service kiosks, digital signage, cash ATMs and fuel pumps. According to a news release, this new platform is a flexible operating system designed to seamlessly connect POS solutions with peripherals, servers and services.

Buddy Broeker, director of embedded computing solutions for Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD), signaled his enthusiasm for the new product.

"As AMD provides the embedded processor of choice for many point-of-sale and kiosk systems, we're looking forward to working with Microsoft Windows Embedded to support the launch of Windows Embedded POSReady 2009," said Broeker. "The key features of Windows Embedded POSReady 2009, combined with AMD's innovative, high-performance, low power x86 embedded platforms, help make it easy for customers to quickly create smart, connected, service-oriented systems that will provide customers with a connected retail experience."