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The Fascinating Story of Cray, the Supercomputer Company That Built the World's Fastest Machines

Cray didn’t just build supercomputers—it helped define what high-performance computing could become. This video explores the fascinating rise of Cray Research, the revolutionary designs of Seymour Cray, and the record-breaking machines that powered scientific discoveries, weather forecasting, nuclear research, and space exploration. Discover how bold engineering, iconic circular designs, and relentless innovation made Cray one of the most legendary names in computing history.

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Cray didn’t just build supercomputers—it helped define what high-performance computing could become. This video explores the fascinating rise of Cray Research, the revolutionary designs of Seymour Cray, and the record-breaking machines that powered scientific discoveries, weather forecasting, nuclear research, and space exploration.

Discover how bold engineering, iconic circular designs, and relentless innovation made Cray one of the most legendary names in computing history.

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