Word of the Day & Pop Quiz: GPU

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Word of the Day Daily updates on the latest technology terms | September 18, 2020 GPU A graphics processing unit (GPU) is a computer chip that performs rapid mathematical calculations, primarily for the purpose of rendering images. In the early days of computing, the central processing unit (CPU) performed these calculations. As more graphics-intensive applications were developed, however, their demands put a strain on the CPU and degraded performance. GPUs came about as a way to offload those tasks from CPUs and free up processing power. Today, graphics chips are being adapted to share the work of CPUs and train deep neural networks for AI applications. A GPU may be found integrated with a CPU on the same circuit, on a graphics card or in the motherboard of a personal computer or server. NVIDIA, AMD, Intel and ARM are some of the major players in the GPU market. Continue reading... Take today's Pop Quiz!                                                           Answers are below   1. The term hard drive is often used as a synonym for a computer's ___________. a. storage b. CPU Answer 2. A(n) _________ desktop does not run directly on the end user's hardware. a. virtual b. ancillary Answer   3. The pixel is the basic unit of programmable color on a computer display or in a computer image. What does pixel stand for? a. nothing b. picture element Answer   4. A GPGPU performs non-specialized calculations that would typically be conducted by the central processing unit. What does GPGPU stand for? a. general purpose graphics processing unit b. generic pipeline graphics processing unit Answer   5. What do you call the number of pixels per unit of area on a desktop monitor? a. resolution b. areal density Answer Today's Takeaway "Now, even simple apps, including Word, can require a GPU for rendering graphics, because the CPU simply can't handle it. And it's not just apps. Windows 10 will push graphics processing to its limits and don't forget -- users expect their web browsers to display large images in high quality and play crystal-clear videos." Eddie Lockhart Watch and Learn CPU vs. GPU If you've ever opened an image file on a computer, then you've used a GPU. Watch to learn how a GPU works, and how it's different from a CPU. Continue Learning A guide to GPU implementation and activation Data center GPU usage goes beyond hardware. Admins must work with vendors and developers to have the right software architecture and code to benefit from GPUs. What does GPU hardware do in the data center? Once part of the gaming industry, GPUs are gaining traction in data center infrastructures. Learn why the power of GPUs makes them fit virtualization and data-heavy applications. CPUs vs. GPUs for AI workloads GPUs are often presented as the vehicle of choice for running AI workloads, but the push is on to expand the number and types of algorithms that can run efficiently on CPUs. GPU repurposing helps improve infrastructure cost efficiency A GPU's cost efficiency decreases when left idle. But, by putting GPUs to work for virtual desktop infrastructure sessions, admins can reduce costs and ensure improved performance. Everything you need to know about GPU virtualization Use this comprehensive guide to learn how this technology works and determine if GPU virtualization is right for your organization. Comparing AMD vs. Nvidia for virtual desktop GPU cards Both AMD and Nvidia bring virtual GPUs to virtual desktop users with resource-intensive applications, but organizations should learn what each vendor's vGPU cards can offer. GPU virtualization eases system workloads, boosts efficiency Virtual GPUs help boost data center efficiency and provide a better user experience, but admins must determine whether their workloads justify implementing the technology. How do I successfully install server GPU cards? Adding GPUs to your data center requires testing and research. To get the most out of the hardware, upgrade cooling resources and confirm software compatibility. Pop Quiz Answer Key 1. storage 2. virtual desktop 3. picture element 4. general purpose GPU 5. resolution Stay in Touch Thank you for reading! For feedback about any of our definitions or to suggest a new definition (or learning resource) please contact me at mrouse@techtarget.com FOLLOW US About This E-Newsletter The Word of the Day is published by TechTarget, Inc., 275 Grove Street, Newton, Massachusetts, 02466 US. Click to: Unsubscribe. You are receiving this email because you are a member of TechTarget. When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors or future sponsors of that content and with our Partners, see up-to-date Partners List, as described in our Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact: webmaster@techtarget.com. © 2020 TechTarget, Inc. all rights reserved. Designated trademarks, brands, logos, and service marks are the property of their respective owners. Privacy Policy | Partners List