SETI@Home Frequently Asked Questions

• What is SETI@Home?
• How do I download SETI@Home and join Team AnandTech?
• *NEW*Windows SETI Install Guide
• How long does it take to complete one work unit?
• I run the Windows 95/98/NT GUI screensaver client, got any performance tips?
• Is more memory better?
• How do different CPUs compare?
• Should I upgrade to the latest SETI client?
• Should I use the CLI version?
• Hey, I've got this dual CPU system running Windows NT, can this SETI thing use both processors?
• Can I process the same work unit on Windows partly with the graphical version and partly with the command-line client?
• I use the command-line interface in Windows 98/NT, how can I see how long it's been running, how far along it is, etc?
• I run a network of PC's and I wish to run SETI on all of them; is there an easy way to store WU's for them & keep track of their progress?
• I run Linux, is here any graphical interface available ("GUI")?
• Do you have a list of other places to find information (links)?
• Is there a "common" work unit that I can benchmark my computer against?