FLOPS & Threads

Nov 08 2024 18 ep. 42 mins 5
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Welcome to FLOPS & Threads, a podcast focused on computing, software, Linux, and open source. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of enterprise software infrastructure—from Enterprise Linux to HPC, cloud, automation, and containers. Learn from the experts with entertaining and fun topics and speakers from CIQ, open-source community members, and other organizations.

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Are you ready for SC24?

Nov 08 2024 16 mins  
We are so excited about SC24! Can you believe SC is right around the corner? The CIQ team will be in Atlanta, and we want to meet you! Schedule a meeting, stop by to grab some swag, or check out one of our demos or presentations. We'll be at booth #4131. Want to meet with us? Click here to schedule a time!Or, click here if you want a personal demo of Fuzzball!

How does SLURM and Warewulf work together?

Oct 17 2024 28 mins  
We are excited for Brian Phan to join Rose and Zane on Thursday, October 17th at 11:00am PT to discuss how SLURM and Warewulf work together and for a live demo of providing a SLURM compute node with Warewulf. Don't miss this insightful discussion and demo!

What is Rocky Linux from CIQ (RLC)?

Oct 11 2024 13 mins  
Gregory Kurtzer and Rose Stein review what Rocky Linux from CIQ is and why it is different from Rocky Linux.

Fuzzball-Ansible Deployment with Ascender

Oct 04 2024 35 mins  
Join Zane Hamilton, Rose Stein, and Jonathon Anderson as they dive into the future of HPC with a demo featuring Fuzzball, Ansible, and Ascender.

Workshops and Hackathons by CIQ

Sep 21 2024 30 mins  
This discussion, led by Greg Sowell and Zane Hamilton, focuses on workshops and hackathons organized by CIQ to support organizations in automating their environments. These workshops aim to guide participants through practical, hands-on experiences, covering both beginner and advanced topics in automation, especially with tools like Ascender. Workshops help participants learn autom

CentOS 7 is EOL - Time to Plan Your Next Move!

Sep 12 2024 31 mins  
Are you still running CentOS 7? Don't worry; we're not judging you - we want to help! Join Zane and Rose on Thursday, September 12th to learn more about CIQ Bridge. CIQ Bridge offers extended support for kernel support, security updates, userspace packages, and on-demand assistance. About CIQ Bridge:As CentOS 7.9 reaches its End of Life (EOL) on June 30, 2024, enterprises need a re

Introducing Ron Pagani & Oracle CloudWorld ‘24 Sneak Peek

Aug 30 2024 49 mins  
Let's talk Linux with Ron Pagani! Join Zane, Rose, and Ron as they discuss Enterprise Linux, open source, and more! Plus, get a sneak peek of our Oracle CloudWorld hospitality lounge. Schedule a meeting with us on September 10th and 11th: https://bit.ly/3Tw3jRl

Transform IT Management with Ascender: Scalable Automation Solutions

Aug 23 2024 40 mins  
In today's fast-paced IT landscape, automation has become an essential tool for managing increasingly complex environments. In today's podcast, we will look at two products developed by CIQ: Ascender and Ledger Pro.Ascender streamlines IT automation by harnessing the power of Ansible, enabling IT teams to automate repetitive tasks and focus on more strategic initiatives. This effic

AI and Data Centers: Balancing Power Use and Environmental Responsibility

Aug 16 2024 44 mins  
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and the growing demand for digital services have led to an increased need for data centers. This surge in data center usage has brought attention to the challenges of managing energy consumption and minimizing environmental impact. As more and more data centers are getting built, there is a pressing need to adopt energy-efficien

Fuzzball On-prem 101

Aug 08 2024 51 mins  
Join us on Thursday, August 8th, to learn how Fuzzball enables HPC users to focus on high-value work by orchestrating systems, data, and people.To learn more about CIQ or to book a meeting, contact us here: https://bit.ly/3YF3XyW