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title: "Using the HPC and Closing Thoughts"
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Please read our [usage policy](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/SH/26032800737/Storrs+HPC+Usage+Policy) and the [General HPC guidelines](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/SH/26090766719/General+HPC+Guidelines).

We have created helpful [software guides](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/SH/26190774280/Software+and+Application+Guides) to demonstrate how to effectively use popular software. We also have guides for [Installing Software](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/SH/26498826291/Installing+Software+on+the+HPC) on the HPC. 

If you are having trouble using the HPC, please view our [troubleshooting guide](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/SH/26474020886/Steps+to+Successfully+Troubleshoot+on+the+HPC) where we describe strategies to approach technical issues. Document your errors and seek help from peers or the Storrs HPC admins (contact us at [hpc@uconn.edu](mailto:hpc@uconn.edu)).

Common errors / issues are also listed on our Frequently Asked Questions ([FAQ](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/SH/26033979893/FAQ)) page. 

> 📝 We are collecting feedback on this new version of the Getting Started guide. Any comments are appreciated! [HPC Getting Started Feedback Form](https://forms.office.com/r/ue1fy2nBQq)

> ✅ Congratulations! You have made it through the Getting Started guide. While the process may be tedious and/or a lot to learn, we hope that the Storrs HPC and its resources will be invaluable for your research.
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> ✅ ~ Storrs HPC Admins