Devices are often configured without, and may be configured as a 'closed' system that does not allow for end-user extension (for instance, it can be burned into ). Features Windows CE is optimized for devices that have minimal memory a Windows CE kernel may run with one megabyte of. The and architectures had support prior to version 7.0.Ĭontents. The current version of Windows Embedded Compact supports and processors with (BSP) directly. Microsoft licenses Windows CE to (OEMs), who can modify and create their own user interfaces and experiences, with Windows CE providing the technical foundation to do so. Unlike, which is based on, Windows Embedded Compact uses a different. Source model ( kernel ) Initial release 16 November 1996 21 years ago ( ) 8.0 (Embedded Compact 2013) / 13 June 2013 4 years ago ( ) Platforms, ( up to 6.0 R2, and were also supported) type Official website Windows Embedded Compact, formerly Windows Embedded CE and Windows CE, is an subfamily developed by as part of its family of products. Windows Embedded Compact running in a media server configuration. Serial Number Codegear Rad Studio Delphi 2007.