4.3.1. Hardware Selection

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does CPU stand for, and what is its primary function?

   Hint

   Consider what a computer uses to execute commands.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of using a GPU for AI applications.

   Hint

   Think about parallel processing capabilities!

3. 3.

   What is the primary use of a GPU in AI applications?

   • To replace the CPU
   • To handle parallel processing
   • To store data

   Hint

   Think about the operations that need a lot of calculations at once.

4. 4.

   True or False: TPUs are generally used for tasks outside machine learning.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Focus on TPU's purpose in relation to AI workloads.

5. 5.

   Design a hypothetical AI application for real-time facial recognition. Discuss how you would approach hardware selection, considering the needs and capabilities of CPUs, GPUs, and edge devices.

   Hint

   Focus on skill and speed of facial recognition operations.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the potential drawbacks of using only cloud-based solutions for AI applications. Consider parameters like latency, costs, and reliability.

   Hint

   Think critically about the trade-offs between local processing and relying on external services.