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How data centers work and why AI is driving their growth


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Published in Science and Technology on Saturday, January 25th 2025 at 23:02 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • A look at how data centers operate, and why they require a lot of electricity and water. (AP animation/Donavon Brutus)

The video from MSN discusses the inner workings of data centers and their increasing importance due to the growth of artificial intelligence (AI). Data centers are facilities that house a large number of computer servers and related components like storage systems, network infrastructure, and cooling systems. They are crucial for storing, processing, and managing vast amounts of data. The video explains how these centers operate, focusing on their energy consumption, cooling mechanisms, and the physical layout designed for efficiency. It highlights that the demand for data centers is surging because AI applications require immense computational power for training models, running simulations, and real-time data processing. This demand is driving innovations in data center design, including more sustainable energy solutions and advanced cooling technologies to handle the heat generated by high-performance computing tasks. The growth in AI not only escalates the need for more data centers but also pushes for more efficient and environmentally friendly operations.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/technology/data-science/how-data-centers-work-and-why-ai-is-driving-their-growth/vi-AA1xQxzH ]

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