In addition to the [general FAQ](http://www.gnu.org/software/hurd/docs.html#TOCfaq) there are the following typical newbie questions.

If you still have problems, do not hesitate to make use of the [[MailLists]] or the [[HurdIRC]].

**_Newbie questions:_**

* What editor can I use?
  * nano is the default editor, not ae.

* Why can't I get the answers I need from Hurd hackers?
  * This [document](http://www.tuxedo.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html) may help you understand some developers attitudes and social norms.

* Where are the virtual consoles I use when running GNU/Linux?
  * You need to [use screen](http://www.gnu.org/software/hurd/faq.en.html#q4-6) instead, also available when running GNU/Linux.

* What is a translator?
  * The FAQ [answers](http://www.gnu.org/software/hurd/faq.en.html#q4-2) this question by a reference to [hurd-doc-translator](http://www.debian.org/ports/hurd/hurd-doc-translator).

* Where's the sauce?
  * It's on [Savannah](http://savannah.gnu.org). See also the [GNU Development Resources](http://www.gnu.org/software/devel.html), for more information.

* What is this "libio" stuff?
  * There was an ABI change for glibc0.3. It's recommended you reinstall your GNU/Hurd system.