4.3 Computing Resources

The core purpose of a data center is to provide computing power. This is typically delivered through:

• Servers: Rack-mounted servers provide the processing power for various applications and services.
• Virtualization: Many data centers use virtualization technology to run multiple virtual servers on a single physical machine, improving resource utilization.
• Specialized Hardware: Some data centers include specialized hardware for specific tasks, such as GPUs for AI and machine learning applications.