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Seymour Cray's 1964 quote on fast systems updated for AI era

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This item is a quote attributed to Seymour Cray from 1964, stating that building a fast CPU is possible, but the real challenge lies in creating a fast system. The author then adds their own 2026 update to this quote, emphasizing the importance of usability, reliability, affordability, and rapid production for fast systems, particularly in the context of AI. AI

IMPACT Reflects on the enduring principles of system design and their application to modern AI development.

RANK_REASON The item is a commentary on a historical quote, updated for modern relevance, rather than a primary news event.

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Seymour Cray's 1964 quote on fast systems updated for AI era

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  1. Mastodon — sigmoid.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    "Anyone can build a fast CPU. The trick is to build a fast system." - Seymour Cray, 1964 "Anyone can build a fast system. The trick is to build a usable, reliab

    "Anyone can build a fast CPU. The trick is to build a fast system." - Seymour Cray, 1964 "Anyone can build a fast system. The trick is to build a usable, reliable, and affordable fast system!" - me 2026 # AI update - "and get it into production quickly" :-) # hpc # supercomputer …

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