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About Distributed
distributed.net is a pioneering distributed computing project that allows volunteers to contribute their computer's idle processing power to various academic and public-interest research initiatives. Founded in 1997, it has grown to include thousands of participants worldwide.
Join a global network to contribute your computer's idle time to research projects.
What You Can Do
- Download a small client program
- Participate in academic research
- Contribute to public-interest projects
- Monitor project updates
- Join a community of volunteers
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I participate in distributed.net?
You can participate by downloading a small program that utilizes your computer's idle time to process work for various projects.
Is there a cost to join distributed.net?
No, joining distributed.net is free and relies on volunteers donating their computing power.
What types of projects does distributed.net support?
distributed.net supports various academic and public-interest research projects through distributed computing.
Can I use my computer while participating?
Yes, the program only uses your computer's idle time, allowing you to use it normally.
What is OGR-28?
OGR-28 is a specific project within distributed.net that focuses on verifying stubs for research purposes.