Alpha server/workstation clustering

[David1 Sperduto]

OK, thanks Steven, that clarifies a little more about the capabilities/scale of the DS20E, and the DECservers. Very glad to hear I wouldn't have to get into UNIX (no offense meant to its advocates).

That bit about VMSclusters seems to put things in focus, too. It is good to know it can include both VAX and Alpha systems, and that it is the "normal" setup and can include shared storage. Even if I have to do a lot of reading, trial and error, at least I know my goal is a standard one and not a wild idea.

For now, I have just acquired an Alphaserver 1000A (despite its limitations re: graphics) because it will (I hope!) allow me to at least run the application I want on one "node". That seemed best considering I have some studying to do before buying two or three pieces of equipment for a cluster.

Also, the 1000A was CHEAP in my book, and I cannot resist a bargain!

>>You _could_ put a DELQA into your mu-VAX II,
and have all the fun of an old, slow Ethernet
interface in your old, slow mu-VAX II.

You know, that's an amusing idea, but maybe I will revise my notion of fun!

Thank you for your suggestions. This forum has been a great help.

David