Note-A group of general purpose analog, digital, or hybrid electronic or electromechanical devices that are interconnected to operate as a system. Frequently referred to as an Information Technology (IT) system or Automated Data Processing (ADP) system although the term "system" is not considered definitive. Includes an assembly of devices consisting of a central processing unit (CPU) and the necessary input/output devices, accessorial devices, analog measurement devices, software and/or firmware required to perform the desired objectives. Also includes sub-assemblies and units in chich input/output devices, CPUs, and/or accessorial devices or components are incorporated into a single assembly or unit. A specially designed device incorporated into a system shall not influence the classification of the base assembly or unit.
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