A Linux distribution based on Debian.
PelicanHPC is a Debian-based Live CD Linux distribution designed for creating a high performance computing cluster with ease. The software makes use of a front-end node, which can either be a real computer or a virtual machine. This node is responsible for booting from the CD image.
On the other hand, the compute nodes are booted through PXE and use the front-end node as the server. By sourcing their file systems from the same CD image, PelicanHPC guarantees that all the nodes run the same software. Furthermore, the software can be customised with extra Debian packages thanks to a single script that creates the CD image.
Overall, PelicanHPC provides an efficient solution for creating a high-performance computing cluster. The software's ease of use, guarantee of identical software version across all nodes, and the ability to customise the live CD through scripting make it stand out from other similar software.
On the other hand, the compute nodes are booted through PXE and use the front-end node as the server. By sourcing their file systems from the same CD image, PelicanHPC guarantees that all the nodes run the same software. Furthermore, the software can be customised with extra Debian packages thanks to a single script that creates the CD image.
Overall, PelicanHPC provides an efficient solution for creating a high-performance computing cluster. The software's ease of use, guarantee of identical software version across all nodes, and the ability to customise the live CD through scripting make it stand out from other similar software.
What's New
Version 1.9.2: N/A