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computation

[kom-pyoo-tey-shuhn] / ˌkɒm pyʊˈteɪ ʃən /


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Even small amounts of electromagnetic noise can disrupt the fragile quantum states needed for computation.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

Compared with GPUs, which were originally designed for gaming, engineers say the TPU is sometimes better suited for large volumes of AI computation that don’t require high precision.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

While some researchers believe consciousness might arise through computation alone, others argue that biological factors play an essential role.

From Science Daily • Feb. 1, 2026

It could have a significant impact on the cost of computation.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

When Dorothy and the other West Computers signed up for computation classes in the 1950s, they registered to attend at Hampton Institute.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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