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Setiqueue Proxy
Setiqueue Proxy is used by the SETI@Home project to manage data distribution between client hosts and the central servers. It acts as an intermediary to cache work units and responses, improving efficiency for distributed computing environments participating in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence..
Setiqueue Proxy is specifically designed to facilitate data management for the distributed SETI@Home project. It serves as a caching intermediary, allowing multiple participants or clients to communicate through a single proxy server rather than directly with SETI@Home servers. This proxy stores work units downloaded from SETI@Home servers and redistributes them to local clients, reducing redundant network traffic and server load.
The proxy handles communication primarily over TCP port 5517, maintaining the integrity of data packets and managing retries in the event of network interruptions. By queuing and caching data, the proxy enhances the project scalability, allowing many clients behind firewalls or NAT devices to participate without individual outbound requests.
Generally implemented in environments with numerous participants, Setiqueue Proxy also helps users optimize bandwidth usage and manage security policies more easily. Its straightforward implementation has made it popular among university labs and large volunteer groups contributing to distributed computing.