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Folding@home
Distributed computing project to understand protein folding
Version 8.5.6 · by Pande Lab
Official site: foldingathome.org
About Folding@home
## foldingathome
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Help Stanford University scientists studying Alzheimer's, Huntington's, Parkinson's, and many cancers by simply running a piece of software on your computer. The program does this by building simulations of how proteins, RNA, and nanoscale synthetic polymers fold.
This program does not slow your computer down and only uses unused computer power.
### Post-install notes
1. Execute `"C:\Program Files (x86)\FAHClient\HideConsole.exe" "C:\Program Files (x86)\FAHClient\FAHClient.exe" --open-web-control`
2. Enter a [name](https://foldingathome.org/faqs/statistics-teams-usernames/characters-avoid-username/) and/or team #, and [Passkey](https://foldingathome.org/support/faq/points/passkey/)
### Documentation
* [FAQs](https://foldingathome.org/support/faq/opensource/)
* [Configuration guide](https://foldingathome.org/support/faq/installation-guides/configuration-guide/)
### Community
* [Forum](https://foldingforum.org/)
* [Teams and Stats](https://stats.foldingathome.org/teams)
### Package-specific issue
If this package isn't up-to-date for some days, [Create an issue](https://github.com/tunisiano187/Chocolatey-packages/issues/new/choose)
Support the package maintainer and [](https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=39585820).
How to install Folding@home
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install folding-home
- Open Folding@home once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Folding@home free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to foldingathome.org, the developer's official site, where Folding@home is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of Folding@home?
The version listed here is 8.5.6, published /Date(1783. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install Folding@home from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install folding-home. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Folding@home safe?
Folding@home downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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