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+# benchmarks-rs
+The benchmarks in this project are collected using benchlib-rs.
+The aim is to get a performance overview for multithreading in rust.
+
+## Running the project
+
+The project needs a rust-toolchain installation.
+
+```zsh
+cargo run --release
+```