Vigyaan is a live CD for computational biology and chemistry on Linux.
VigyaanCD is a live Linux CD that comes packed with all the software required to start with modeling, right out of the box. The software gets loaded in the system, and you can start analyzing data without any installation hassle. VigyaanCD v0.1 is built on KNOPPIX v3.3, which ensures a secure and stable environment.
This software provides a large assortment of ready-to-use software, including Artemis, Bioperl, BLAST, ClustalX, Cn3D, and many more. It also contains several GNU tools like GNU R, Gnuplot, GIMP, and Octave. Apart from this, the software also includes compilers for C/C++/Fortran, and other Linux tools that aid in quick debugging of code.
VigyaanCD also allows the installation of other applications by providing tools required to compile and install applications from open-source projects. Users can use this feature to test "Linux" software on a computer with a different operating system.
The new release of VigyaanCD is based on KNOPPIX 3.7, which brings in the latest capabilities and security features. Furthermore, the software is updated regularly, so most packages are updated, and new applications added to keep up with emerging technology. Therefore, if you're looking for a software solution for bioinformatics, computational biology, or computational chemistry, Vigyaan is a robust and efficient option that you should explore.
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