These "makeshift" structures are housing hardware that costs millions of dollars in total.

Putting AI servers inside tents, officially called “rapid deployment structures,” is one of the more unique approaches to the AI build-out, Thomas said. They’re certainly not as sturdy as physical buildings made from steel and concrete, with one commenter comparing it to the “classic $10k racing bike with a $9 lock” situation.

Can’t see this situation going wonky anytime in the future…

    • ms.lane@lemmy.worldEnglish
      7·
      15 hours ago

      It’s a dramatic way of saying gas turbine.

      It’s like saying a building has backup Truck Engine for power.

      • eestileib@lemmy.blahaj.zone
        6·
        12 hours ago

        “Jet engine” is absolutely relevant because it gives a clue about the 24/7 banshee wail you’ll be hearing. Most non engineers don’t associate “turbine” with hearing loss.

        “Backup motorcycle engine” is actually a pretty good description for a random honda backyard generator.