The Universe is Hostile to Computers

Why it was recommended

The Universe is Hostile to Computers" by Veritasium is good video.

Recommendationshmde · Original2022-05

What it covers

Veritasium explains how cosmic rays and other particles flip bits in computer memory, with examples including a Belgian election count error, plane incidents and game. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

Veritasium

Length

23 min 3 sec

Year

2021

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