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Specification: A1: Computer fundamentals. A1.1.2 GPU, A1.1.4 Primary memory and their link to A4: Machine learning.
Students can also refer to the flashcard sets for this topic to help review key terminology.
Read the article and then answer the questions:
Why memory chips are the new frontier of the AI revolution
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Describe the function of a GPU as explained in the context of the article’s focus on AI
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Explain the differences between a CPU and a GPU in terms of their core architecture and why this makes GPUs more suitable for AI tasks. (A1.1.3 HL)
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Discuss the impact of the “hardware bottleneck” mentioned in the article on the future development of machine learning
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Evaluate the role of cloud computing infrastructure (A1.1.9) as a solution for individuals or smaller companies who cannot afford the specialised hardware discussed in the article
Michael Brooke, Inthinking/thinkIB