Energy Consumption of Digital Systems
Students will assess the energy footprint of data centers, cloud computing, and personal devices, exploring strategies for energy efficiency.
Key Questions
- Evaluate the energy consumption of common digital activities and devices.
- Explain how software optimization can contribute to reduced energy usage.
- Compare the energy efficiency of different data storage solutions.
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