# ADM-B Administration # Background The administration of HPC environments requires to integrate (sometimes bleeding edge) hardware and software providing effective user environments while managing them efficiently. # Aim * To convey principles, theory, and tools that enable effective HPC administration in a modern environment. # Outcomes * Distinguish hardware options. * Manage software on an HPC system efficiently. * Manage users. * Monitor the system and software usage. * Provide an effective user environment. * Describe support structures. # Subskills * [[skill-tree:adm:4:b]] * [[skill-tree:adm:1:b]] * [[skill-tree:adm:2:b]] * [[skill-tree:adm:3:b]]