I am still a newbie on Linux but consciousness demands a page on it
First some points:
And much more. I don't say Linux is better all way round but it is definetely a contender.
www.linux.org probably the best place to start your Linux surfing
Ubuntu may be the most popular Linux Distro by now
Mandriva another popular, especially in America, compilation. It's said to be easy to install, good driver support, good compatibility with RedHat (suports RPM). I have version 2007 Spring Power Pack of Mandriva and I as a newbie I like it.. I've used Mandriva since version 8.0
www.linuxapps.com here you will find all kinds of applications
www.freshmeat.net Here you find the newest applications
www.slashdot.org Internet's best news forum for any kind of Linux users
www.linuxanswers.co.uk Information about Linux