| Developer(s) | Autodesk Inc. |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Linux |
| Type | 3D computer graphics |
| License | Proprietary |
| Website | www.autodesk.com/inferno |
Inferno is 3D compositing software, originally designed by Discreet before it was bought by Autodesk. It is used primarily for high-speed compositing and effects on feature films and television commercials.
Inferno once ran on SGI workstations. When SGI supercomputers began to lag behind in performance compared to other emerging technologies, Autodesk moved the Inferno package to 64-bit Linux workstations which take advantage of GPU acceleration.
Its fast performance means minimal rendering times, so artistic decisions can be made during a session with directors or clients. Inferno systems are priced in the range of half a million to a million dollars US.