Channel Update July 2024: Big Computing Trends

Greetings! We’ve reached the middle of 2024, so it’s time for another channel update. And in this one I discuss some big computing trends and their possible implications.

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Specific videos that I refer to in this update include:

More videos on computing and related topics can be found at:

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:42 In the Park
04:09 Big Trends
11:03 Coming Soon?

#Arm #RISC-V #AI #CognitiveComputing #ExplainingComputers

[RoboNuggie]

In the midst of turmoil, both in the world and in our private lives, you and your channel are the one constant that keeps things in balance, and long may that be!

[lawrenceallwright]

How nice to have a video channel narrated by a real person, with real inflexion in the voice, and with no cuts and chops in between each sentence.
Please don't become an A.I. anytime soon!

[thefirsted]

I see the trees in the background and I can't help but be impressed at how far 3D printing has come.

[GustavoM.D.]

That's my favorite tech Youtube channel. This channel proves that good audio and video quality alone is not sufficient anymore; good quality content, without annoying distractions and cheesy entertainment, is the differential of this channel. 👏🏼

[Aruneh]

For Pi content, I'd be mostly interested in Zero 2 (W) content, as I feel that's the real successor to the original Pi, a low cost computer for small projects, instead of the expensive Pi 5.

For AI content, I think how to selfhost AI and run it at home is most interesting, to preserve privacy.

[AMBIOSIS]

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[terranceclark]

Man, ever since I've found this channel, I've just grown to like it so much. I like how calming and consistent the video style is, and not only that, the topics are also interesting and grounded.

[thomasmiller]

As a focus, I appreciate your instructions on how to get the most out of modest investments. Your coverage of inexpensive equipment and detailed instructions are key to breaking down the road blocks to computer use.

[snappycattimesten]

I’m certain the trees appreciate your visit.

[theronerdithas]

Me talking to the squirrels in my back garden:
"Greetings! It's been a while since I've spoken to you outside, and so I thought we'd come and visit some trees."

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[WillTheBills]

One thing that I don't see enough of on YT is how to run small AI models on affordable hardware. Conveniently is the intersection of two things you mentioned: the lower barrier to entry in hardware, and artifical intelligence.

Always loved and appreciated your work. Will keep watching regardless of topic!

[kbce]

Here are a few ideas: Home computing / automation m(e.g. what is tasmota or home assistant), what is the difference between Machine Learning and AI, How do wifi, bluetooth, zigbee, matter etc compare, people seems to like stuff with led (strips), What can you do with old PC equipment? (e.g. I bought a tiny board that turns a PC power supply into a more useful power unit for microprocessors), More topics around microcontrollers: sensors, what is a buckconverter, what is M5 stack?

[justincase]

First of all I watch your channel for the clear and concise explanations without being rushed. Secondly I quite like the small form factor pc builds with reasonable component choices, I always come away with a better grasp of computing hardware and software, and I think your doing a great job of educating the average Joe like myself! Many thanks!

[Praxibetel-Ix]

It's been a great past six months for EC despite the odds! Two years of channel memberships, the 1 million subscriber mark and the gold play button that came with it... Big things have happened and I look forward to seeing what's next for this channel. :)

In regards to Pi-related content, I'd like to see more projects and more robot builds involving the Pi. Maybe you could bring Kevin McAleer back in to help with a robot? Also, I swear you suggested making a music player with a Pi either in a video or on the website a long time ago. Eitherway, there's a good project idea I'd like to see happen!  This is all just wishful thinking, really.

In regards to the scams, it really grinds my gears every time I see a scammer in the comments replying to everyone with "pin" or "message me to claim your prize". I wish YouTube would crack down on them but unfortunately, they're more concerned on cracking down people for letting a little profane word slip past their lips than keeping the site safe from bad people.

With all that said, here's two bucks.

[bgg-jpei]

Thanks for sharing your vast knowledge Chris, you're doing a great service to humanity. Subs well earned

[skyak]

I love the “increasingly sufficient computers” as a concept for examination and argument. I live on investments and I see technology being made a battleground. If you look closely, big technology developments are most often about creating insufficienties and inadequacies. AI is the latest and most outrageous example. The compute power to train a model that will litterally be obsolete in no less that a week is astounding. The asault on human trust is absolutely astounding.

[Naa-eenq]

if you want to appeal to the computing enthusiast old-timers with AI stuff, you need to focus in offline, full in-house stuff

we are very weary of external dependencies and subscription models, I'm sure you know because you are one of us

at the time it's becoming doable on some levels, it might require some specific deep-diving well beyond the usual raspi review but it will be worth to open it as a branch within your videos

[rvamark]

Really good, thoughtful video. Here are my ramblings after watching:
1. I really like the way you concentrate on use of modest performance hardware. Buying the latest, most expensive hardware takes shoes off of my kids' feet, so I don't do it. I have lost track of many of the pi-zeros I have around the house, but also have a pi 3, 4, and 5. I still have a good time playing with them.
2. All of the videos that explain how different memory, storage, interfaces, connectors, etc. work are very valuable as a resource. Sort of a "video reference manual". They are well organized and easy to sort through for the content needed. Wonderful!
3. I still wonder where RISC computing is going. Wherever it is, it is still moving slowly. When I put together my Heathkit HS-151 (4.77mhz, 256K ram?, 1 floppy) RISC was supposed to revolutionize computing. As primarily a user and an occasional amateur programmer, I haven't seen why it is important except for a few specialized uses (computers dedicated to one specialized task (like arduinos?).
4, 5, 6, etc. I forgot what I was going to ramble about.

Wherever you take the channel, I will be there watching so long as you keep your focus on SBC, Linux, new Pi's, etc. You continue to make every Sunday morning (here on the US Pacific coast) a Christmas morning with presents to open. Thank you, Christopher!

[johncundiff]

I'm back home from working on the road, and I get to watch Explaining Computers natively from my home PC once again!!! It's always a pleasure getting to watch your videos!! I've been thinking on where my own personal journey with computers and laptops will be in the next 5 years. Where I'll be with Windows or Mint..