9.2.1. Hardware Selection for Practical AI Systems

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does GPU stand for?

   Hint

   Think about the primary use for graphics in computers.

2. 2.

   Name one application where ASICs are commonly used.

   Hint

   Consider applications that require very specific processing tasks.

3. 3.

   What is the primary function of a GPU?

   • Audio Processing
   • High-Performance Parallel Processing
   • Data Storage

   Hint

   Think about tasks that require many calculations done at once.

4. 4.

   Are TPUs designed specifically for deep learning tasks?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider if TPUs serve a specialized role.

5. 5.

   If you're developing an AI application for real-time facial recognition on mobile devices, what hardware combination would you choose, and why?

   Hint

   Consider the needs of mobile computing and energy efficiency.

6. 6.

   How would the choice of hardware affect the scalability of an AI-powered system in an industrial environment?

   Hint

   Reflect on the balance between performance and versatility.