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Your first time using an High-performance Computing environment (HPC) like Aloe can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be: this guide will get you started with the basics.

This article will assume a basic familiarity with the Linux command line. If you are new to linux, or need a refresher, RC has created a guide on git called The Linux Shell; the instructions provided are general enough and apply to the Aloe supercomputer.There are a few methods for connecting to the supercomputer; each has their advantages and disadvantages.

Using SSH from the shell (also called the terminal) is the most versatile method, though it tends to be slower with interactive graphical applications. If you intend to use applications that rely on a point-and-click interface, we recommend the web portal “Aloe Desktop” for these cases.

Our webportal has become the standard for new users, as it provides a file system viewer and editor, the ability to view the job queue, and interactive applications like JupyterLab, and RStudio. In the file manager, uploading files is as easy as dragging-and-dropping through the interface!

This document also assumes you already have requested and been granted an account. If not, please see the Creating a User Account page.

Please also familiarize yourself with our Required Trainings and Acceptable Use Policy before getting started.