👉 Supercomputing refers to the use of extremely powerful computers designed to handle complex and data-intensive tasks at unprecedented speeds, far surpassing the capabilities of conventional computers. These systems integrate thousands of high-performance processors, often including GPUs (Graphics Processing Units) and specialized hardware like FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays), to perform massive parallel computations. Supercomputers are essential in fields such as climate modeling, drug discovery, artificial intelligence, and astrophysics, where they can process vast amounts of data quickly, enabling breakthroughs that would be impossible with standard computing resources. They are typically housed in large facilities with advanced cooling systems to manage the immense heat generated by their powerful components, and they often require significant energy consumption and maintenance.
