RAMM/CIRA Quarterly Report

Several reconfigurations of the VISIT Server were performed in response a series of compromises in the system from the computer hackers. The latest service packs had to be reloaded after an initialization of the file transfer protocol (ftp). Otherwise, the security hole in the ftp enabled the hackers to setup a DVD Movie server on the VISIT system.

FX-Net software update was performed on the CIRA Lab system. A troubleshoot of the system and contacting the FX-Net development team revealed a need for an update on the software. The proper zip files were downloaded and installed.

Efforts were made to install the latest version of the CIMSS Dvorak Technique Analysis software on RAMM HP computers. Library incompatibilities prohibited the installation, but a previous version of the software was resurrected and implemented.

The ARAD IDL license is being utilized by several RAMM/CIRA researchers. A seminar illustrating the power of IDL was given by Dr. Inger Solheim. The seminar was helpful in jump-starting the use of IDL.