Read the self-help center (the link is located by the life preserver on top of the page) and read back a few pages here on the newbie board. The answers to many questions can be found in those two places, feel free to come back and ask anything you are having a hard time figuring out.
Joining in the discussions on the MN board will help us get to know you and pique some interest in the new girl.
Good Luck!