DIFFERENCE BETWEEN OPENHPC AND HTCONDOR CLUSTER SYSTEMS: IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS

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Volume 6 (2), December 2023, Pages 203-208

Elviz Ismayilov

Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University, Baku, Azerbaijan, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Abstract

The rapidly developing field of high-performance computing (HPC) requires efficient and scalable solutions to manage extensive computing loads. Although they use different approaches and architectures, OpenHPC and HTCondor are well-known platforms that meet these needs. This article thoroughly analyzes OpenHPC and HTCondor to identify their fundamental differences and work paradigms. OpenHPC is a comprehensive modular structure designed to facilitate the deployment, management, and maintenance of HPC clusters, offering a rich set of pre-integrated HPC software components. Conversely, HTCondor specializes in efficiently planning and managing resource-intensive tasks, using a unique partner selection system for dynamic resource allocation based on job requirements and resource availability. By examining aspects such as system architecture, resource management efficiency, scalability, flexibility, and the user ecosystem, this analysis sheds light on the strengths and weaknesses of each structure. The research aims to provide stakeholders in high-performance computing with the knowledge necessary to make informed decisions regarding the selection and implementation of high-performance computing management systems, ultimately aimed at optimizing the use of computing resources and optimizing research and development workflows.

Keywords:

OpenHPC, HTCondor, HPC Clusters, High Performance Computing.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.32010/26166127.2023.6.2.203.208

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