What is Raspberry Pi
Raspberry Pi microcomputers have become enormously popular due to the versatility they offer and their affordable price.
Computing has evolved over time, from systems that occupied large rooms to systems that fit in your pocket. We can find solutions of all sizes, for all kinds of needs and at all kinds of prices. One of the most versatile and innovative solutions is Raspberry Pi, a compact computer that allows us to do practically everything.
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What is Raspberry Pi
They are a set of microcomputers, also known as single board computers (SBC). These types of products are developed by the Raspberry Pi Foundation, located in the United Kingdom. The first of the versions debuted on February 29, 2018, updating a month later to the 'Model B'. In In the summer of that same year, more than half a million units had already been sold. Currently they have been sold, among all models, more than 30 million units.
The objective of these SBC systems is bring computing to all users. Something that has been easily achieved, since there are many projects based on this board. Weather stations, multimedia servers, arcade machines, etc. have been developed.
Due to their great versatility, their power and their low price, they have become very popular. Even specific kits have been released for education and project development. In addition, a large number of add-ons and peripherals have been developed to take full advantage of GPIO connectors. You can find sensors of all kinds, cameras, touch screens, WiFi modules, etc.
The different versions of Raspberry Pi make use of the Raspbian operating system, That based on Linux. It is a version specially optimized for these systems, allowing you to squeeze out all the power they offer.
What is the Raspberry Pi for
Its price between € 35 and € 100 (depending on the model) has allowed its popularization. He easier use of these systems is like conventional computer, being able to browse the internet, play video, etc. Although Raspberry Pi boards offer a number of unlimited options.
Due to its compact dimensions, it can be transport very easily. It allows us to carry our personal computer in our pocket or backpack and use it anywhere. We must bear in mind that we need a data display screen, input peripherals (keyboard and mouse) and system power.
There are many communities of makers that have developed projects based on a Raspberry Pi. Thanks to USB connectivity and GPIO ports, the versatility is enormous. Has been created arcade machines with classic arcade games, small servers for Minecraft, network storage systems, etc.
The Polish company TECHBASE in 2014 I present a industrial computer for automation based on the Raspberry Pi, named ModBerry. Thanks to the GPIO ports, these systems supported serial ports, digital and analog inputs and outputs, CAN interfaces, etc.
