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On Sat, 8 Dec 2012, Jason C. Wells wrote:

> Newbie or not, this question is appropriate to freebsd-questions.  Feel free 
> to send it there. The so-called veteran users will be glad to help. There are 
> all types responding to -questions including other noobs. I personally never 
> used or participated in forums.

The forums actually have a fair bit of activity, more than many of the 
mailing lists.  The web format allows highlighting code and commands, 
which helps make the messages clearer.

If you haven't taken a look, please do.  More people are always welcome.

http://forums.freebsd.org