'That gap is significant': Lots of us still know nothing about data centers, new survey finds

• Survey finds many people still lack key knowledge on what data centers are and what they do
• 89% of UK adults were unfamiliar with data centers, and many were uneasy on the environmental effects
• However attitudes are still being formed, and could shift in coming years

New research has found that, in spite of their growing importance in everyday life (and increasing presence in global headlines), many of us don't really know what data centers do.

A report from SEC Newgate found 89% of UK adults were unfamiliar with data centers - and 14% saying they have never heard of them at all, showing a widespread knowledge gap around the facilities.

This is despite rising concerns over data centers across the globe, primarily concerning the environmental effect new facilities are having, especially regarding power and water usage.

Data center knowledge gap

Perhaps most concerningly, SEC Newgate's findings included...

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