What is a function of a watchdog timer?

All QuestionsCategory: Embedded SystemWhat is a function of a watchdog timer?
Anonymous asked 3 years ago
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  1. It is an external timer that resets the system if the software fails to work properly
  2. It is an internal timer that resets the system if the software fails to work properly
  3. It is an external timer that sets the system if the software fails to work properly
  4. It is an internal timer that sets the system if the software fails to work properly
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Anonymous answered 3 years ago

It is an external timer that resets the system if the software fails to work properly