> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://vastai-80aa3a82-ltxv2-serverless.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# FAQ Overview

> Find answers to common questions about Vast.ai

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Browse our frequently asked questions organized by topic.

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  <Card title="General" icon="circle-info" href="/documentation/reference/faq/general">
    Platform basics, advantages, and how Vast.ai works
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  <Card title="Instances" icon="server" href="/documentation/reference/faq/instances">
    Creating, managing, and configuring GPU instances
  </Card>

  <Card title="Rental Types" icon="tag" href="/documentation/reference/faq/rental-types">
    On-demand vs interruptible instances and pricing
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  <Card title="Jupyter & SSH" icon="terminal" href="/documentation/reference/faq/jupyter-ssh">
    Connecting to instances via Jupyter and SSH
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  <Card title="Security" icon="shield" href="/documentation/reference/faq/security">
    Data protection and platform security
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  <Card title="Technical" icon="gear" href="/documentation/reference/faq/technical">
    DLPerf scores, Docker, and advanced topics
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