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Old 16th Nov 2016, 14:44
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First, define 'computer'.

If you get down to the micro-controller level, each passenger seat probably has one to handle the call button, reading light, etc. Add in the passenger entertainment units (usually running something like Linux) and the total probably exceeds several hundred easily.

Practically every box/card in the EE bay has its own 'computer' to handle built-in test functions and report back on data buses.
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