cross-posted from: https://sh.itjust.works/post/24946971
TL;DW:
Does It Make Sense To Put Data Centers In Space?
At some point in the future, yes.
Can They Really Cost Less To Operate?
In theory, yes.
Scott expresses concerns that current startups have not adequately addressed some of the practical challenges, such as cooling.
Too advanced for me. I was just thinking it would get cold but obviously too cold.
the opposite. if you put hot coffee in a thermos, it stays hot for a long time because a vacuum is the best insulation there is.