Linux Distributions - details, links to distribution websites and reviews: Distrowatch

Linux Documentation Project: - Introduction to Linux - A Hands on Guide:

Linux for Melbourne PC User Group Members

Various Linux Desktop Environments:

Open Office

Mozilla/Firefox/Thunderbird

Linux Hardware Support Sites:

Open Source Software Repositories:

Free Desktop Standards

The GNU Project

General Public License FAQ

Open Source Initiative

The Cathedral and The Bazaar - writings on Open Source

The Halloween Documents - Microsoft and Linux

Other Melbourne based Linux groups:

For experienced Linux users:

Myths, Lies and Truths about the Linux kernel

Geeky Stuff:

Distro-specific sites:

Comprehensive Guide to Ubuntu -   including installation of many of the packages available.

User Programming Tools:

A Comprehensive set of Gimp Tutorials -   including setting up your own web site and learning the GIMP interface in half an hour.

Linux Tutorials:

A system rescue CD: - a bootable Linux CD with very usefull system rescue and repair tools