Placing Linked vs. Embedded Images in Photoshop

Hi,
What is the difference between placing images that are linked vs embedded in Photoshop? Is it the same as in Illustrator?
They act the opposite of what I would think. Embedded ones act like Smart Objects, where if you double click on them they take you to the original (which I would think would be linked), whereas Linked ones are flattened and don't do anything if you double click on them (what I would think would be the case if they were embedded).
If I'm using linked images in a file that I want to have printed, will I have to provide the links to the printer like a packaged file in InDesign?
Thanks

I'll start you off with this excellent video tutorial Place embedded and place linked in Photoshop CC on Vimeo
As far as Printers go, I always thought they preferred flat files, but I think it's always wise to consult them as to their requirements.
Gene

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