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Do I need SecureCRT to connect to a hostthe cluster?
No, if you use Cygwin you do not need SecureCRT. If you choose to use it, you will likely need a windows based X server such as Exceed or Xwin32 or similar if you expect to display graphics.
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What is X11 forwarding?
ssh provides a protocol for sending X11 graphics between computers. This option needs to be turned on within your ssh program, such as SecureCRT or ssh, etc. If you use SecureCRT you need to enable X11 forwarding. Look for this option in your SecureCRT preference or global settings.
Why is an Xserver needed?
This software is needed if you wish to display on your PC or Mac, windows generated by an application such as Matlab, running on the cluster.
How do I connect to the cluster from the Blake Computational Studio in Anderson Hall?
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