Discussion Post
• Cristina Gratorp explores what she calls "the materiality of the cloud." After reading her piece, how would you describe the geology of the Internet?
• The authors of the NYT article consider the growing energy requirements of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. According to the authors, how many terawatt-hours of electricity does trading, creating, and spending Bitcoin consume annually? Why is this form of currency so energy intensive? Could the process be re-designed to require less electricity? If so, how?
• What are the concerns about water use and data centers? Why does the author think water consumption may be a major factor in limiting the future growth and locations of data centers?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.