Very hard to figure out where to go and get full information.  Hope this works out for all

It is such a shame that there is so much b... out there and those of us who are new and looking to learn have to dig through so much trash to find real information.

As a bitcoin owner on MtGox I am trying to check out Ripple.  Any suggestions of good reads or learning how to make new contacts on Ripple?  Any pertinent information will be apprecitated.

As a relative newcomer this makes adapting even more difficult and confusing for some.  At present I am only holding what little bitcoin I have and trying to figure everything out little by little.

Thanks for the easy and logical guidelines

Hi Everyone.  I recently purchased bitcoins during the rally period <read this as lost some value already> but have not given up.  I am looking for two things if anyone can help:
        1- "Free" material directions to learn more about bitcoins
         2- How to get started in Ripple with XRP

I currently have my account with MtGox and want to find out what my options are for transferring elsewhere and how Ripple can offer better services.

I know these may sound like really dumb, basic questions but it is the only way I know how to reach out so I can learn and gain knowledge.
Thanks