Supercomputers

When you hear the word Supercomputer, visions of the movie Tron with kickass blue and red glowing graphics come to mind. The point is the word conjures up images of something really Awesome. It's more than just a computer; it's a Supercomputer. So when the prestigious Dr. J. Smith brought to my attention the creation of this new Supercomputer, I was intrigued. I also thought; damn why don't I have one of those.

And after much investigation, I learned that this particular Supercomputer is actually intended to be used for Inter-Galactic communication. Will we be able to talk to the Universe? Well it certainly appears that She is talking to us. And the folks over at Syracuse University are ready to listen. An encouraging message for us to learn what with that whole Valentine's Day Thing approaching.

The title of the new Supercomputer is SUGAR. Aptly named for it's sweet demeanor, SUGAR's job is to record the Cosmic Symphony that is Black Hole Activity. Or as I like to call it, Hot Space Relations 3. Black Holes are essentially the "bullies" of the Universe. Huge masses always beating up smaller, weaker galaxies. Even going so far as eating the light around them. Not cool Black Hole.

So SUGAR is going to use it's special supercomputer powers to detect when such bullying occurs, and then report it for disciplinary action. Outer space is talking and SUGAR is here to listen.

Should we be worried about SUGAR overpowering it's owners and rising up to attack the human race? Yes. But that is why we invented the on/off switch. Duh. What's the worst that could happen?

Congrats to the 'Cuse Physics Dept. and Dr. J. Smith. Please let us know all the sordid details SUGAR picks up in the coming months and years.