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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does use of RCC facilities and services cost?
  • Are you sure it is free?
  • Will it hurt to use RCC facilities?
  • ​Is there something I can run a web server/host webpages on?

Q: How much does use of RCC facilities and services cost?
A: Use of RCC facilities by UQ staff, students and affiliates for UQ research is free. 
If your storage requirements are excessive, RCC may need to request a contribution to the cost of consumable storage media and related costs.

Q: Are you sure it is free?
A: Yes, usually. Sometimes projects or UQ Organisational Units need to contribute to consumable costs.
Under RCC’s engagement model, some Faculties and Institutes are co-funding support positions within RCC that are targeted to their areas of research computation.

Q: Will it hurt to use RCC facilities?
A: Not usually, however using command line HPC for the first time can cause a dull headache. 
If symptoms persist, please contact the RCC Support (rcc-support@uq.edu.au) for training and assistance.

Q: Is there something I can run a web server/host webpages on?
A: Yes! The ARDC Nectar Research Cloud provides access to virtual machines on the cloud. Virtual machines can be used for a range of purposes, including Web hosting and serving, virtual desktops, iPython and RStudio. Applications for Nectar virtual machines can be made via the QRIScloud website.

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