CET Technology Trends and Emerging Technologies Flashcards
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Which technology paradigm involves distributing computation and data storage closer to the source of data generation rather than relying on a centralized data center?
Answer: Edge computing
Edge computing processes data near its source to reduce latency and bandwidth use, making it ideal for IoT and real-time applications.
What term describes AI systems that can generate new content—such as text, images, or code—based on patterns learned from training data?
Answer: Generative AI
Generative AI creates new content by learning statistical patterns from large datasets, powering tools like large language models and image generators.
In the context of emerging technologies, what does 'quantum supremacy' refer to?
Answer: A quantum computer solving a specific problem faster than any classical computer
Quantum supremacy (or quantum advantage) is demonstrated when a quantum processor completes a defined task faster than the best classical computers can.
Which emerging network technology is characterized by ultra-low latency, massive device connectivity, and speeds up to 20 Gbps, enabling new IoT and autonomous vehicle use cases?
Answer: 5G NR
5G New Radio (NR) delivers sub-millisecond latency and multi-gigabit speeds, forming the backbone for next-generation connected devices and autonomous systems.
What is 'digital twin' technology primarily used for in emerging tech applications?
Answer: Building virtual replicas of physical systems for simulation and monitoring
A digital twin is a real-time virtual model of a physical object or process, enabling predictive maintenance, testing, and optimization without physical risk.
Which blockchain concept allows self-executing agreements coded directly onto a blockchain that automatically enforce terms without intermediaries?
Answer: Smart contracts
Smart contracts are programs stored on a blockchain that automatically execute predefined actions when specified conditions are met, eliminating the need for trusted third parties.