Microsoft reaches new depths for new underwater data center

Microsoft's Project Natick tested an undersea data center prototype off California's coast. The vessel, named Leona Philpot, used ocean water for cooling and was monitored for environmental conditions. The trial lasted 105 days in 2015, and future plans include a larger system for extended deployment.

What was the purpose of Microsoft's Project Natick?

Describe the physical characteristics of the vessel used in Project Natick.

What environmental conditions did the researchers measure during the trial?

How long did the trial of Project Natick run, and during which months?

What is the next step for Project Natick after the initial trial?