Practice - The Rise of Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) for AI (2000s - 2010s)
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Practice Questions
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What was the original purpose of GPUs?
💡 Hint: Think about what GPUs do in gaming.
What does CUDA stand for?
💡 Hint: What architecture allows general-purpose GPU computing?
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What is a GPU primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Think about its role in video games.
True or False: CUDA allows general-purpose computations on GPUs.
💡 Hint: What does CUDA allow GPUs to do?
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Challenge Problems
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Discuss how the introduction of GPUs has influenced the trajectory of modern AI research and applications. Provide specific examples.
💡 Hint: Consider historical contexts and advancements in various AI technologies.
Evaluate the significance of specialized AI hardware like TPUs and how they relate to the evolution of GPU technology in AI.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the strengths of GPUs versus the unique capabilities of TPUs.
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