choosing RedHat or SUSE for running MagmaSoft
Hello,
I am new to the Linux world. I have gotten approval to purchase 2 new computers for running MagmaSoft (metal solidification software). Our IT department tells me I have to purchase from Dell. As I understand, Dell will only install RedHat at this time, but will sell us SUSE. Additionally our IT has no experience with either of these.
The people from MagmaSoft have data showing that Linux will run the benchmark program they have faster than Win XP so I want to use Linux. MagmaSoft has recommended SUSE but I do not know why or if they have compared the two versions. They are also not willing to provide support in the use or implementation of either Linux OS.
With these given conditions, I am concerned about support of SUSE since Dell is not going to install. I want to ask for which ever version of Linux will run these simulations faster, but I do not know which version to specify. I am looking for anybody that has some advise of which of these products may be better for number crunching type of program or be more bulletproof in its day to day operation.
Thank you in advance for your advise
Bill Jensen
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