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The Breakthrough Moment in AI: AlexNet and GPUs

This chapter explores the groundbreaking introduction of AlexNet by a team from the University of Toronto, which transformed image recognition accuracy through the use of GPUs. It emphasizes the significance of computational advancements and the pivotal role of NVIDIA in enhancing AI capabilities.

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