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Revised definition of Launcher based on feedback
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Kanegraffiti authored Aug 13, 2024
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**Launcher:**
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A launcher is like a starter for your apps. It's the part that actually starts the apps running on the computers. It's like a coach telling the athletes when to start running.
A launcher in Parsl is responsible for placing the workers onto each computer, preparing them to run the apps. Its like a bus driver who brings the players to the stadium, ensuring they are ready to start, but not directly involved in telling them what to do once they arrive.

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