Embedded Systems + SCADA and ICS + Retention

Embedded systems

are computer systems that are built into other devices

Many embedded systems use a real-time operating system (RTOS)

an RTOS is an operating system that is used when priority needs to be placed on processing data as it comes in, rather than using interrupts for the operating system or waiting for tasks being processed to be handled before data is processed

Industrial controls systems (ICS)

is a broad term for industrial automation

Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)

often refers to large systems that run power and water distribution or other systems that cover large areas

Since SCADA and ICS overlap

they are often used interchangeably

Retention

may be required for legal purposes with set ___ periods determined by law, or ____ may be associated with a legal case due to a legal hold