At Meta, we’ve been building and operating our data center fleet for over a decade. In the last twenty-four months, we’ve broken ground on ten data centers as we continue to expand our fleet of cutting-edge, AI-optimized facilities designed to manage our AI workloads and other technologies.
We’re here to explain what data centers are and how they help you connect to your favorite digital experiences, from conversations with Meta AI and reaching new customers through an Instagram ad to navigating the world with your RayBan Meta glasses.
What Is a Data Center?
A data center is a physical building that houses technology to rapidly process digital information.
Data centers support everything in our digital lives from email and online banking to your favorite social media apps and AI assistants. Every time you tap a button on your screen, a data center processes information through cables at the speed of light to help you connect to the people and experiences you love on demand.
