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Hardware comparison between laptop and HPC login node - commands for Mac #509

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@carolbooth2

1. Describe the problem

A Mac user reported that the commands provided for number of CPUs and memory size do not work on Mac at https://carpentries-incubator.github.io/hpc-intro/12-cluster.html#:~:text=EXPLORE%20YOUR%20COMPUTER

2. Propose a solution

add nproc -all -> sysctl -n hw.ncpu and free -h -> sysctl -h hw.memsize as alternative commands

3. Impact on Instructors

This will mean instructors don't have to hunt around when this section doesn't work for Mac users.

4. Impact on Learners

Learners using Mac will have equal access to the lesson materials and delays will be reduced for all learners.

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