Why is it in the news?
India and US to increase trade in technology products including GPUs.
GPUs critical for data centres and advanced computing.
Category: Science and Technology
Important Points:
● GPU is electronic circuit performing rapid mathematical calculations
● Originally designed for 3D graphics rendering
● Works alongside CPU; CPU controls GPU tasks
● Two types: standalone add-on cards and integrated with CPU
● Uses parallel processing
● Has dedicated RAM for intensive data handling
● Applications: HPC, AI, machine learning
● Used in weather forecasting and cryptocurrency mining