Macbook Pro Temperatures. Normal Temps?

I just got a 2011 15" Macbook Pro. I installed the iStat Pro widget to monitor performance etc but I'm not sure how to interpret the temps.
Could anyone fill me in on what the average temps should be for the various temp readings this provides? What's safe whats not?
Obviously these will change depending on whats running etc but is there a certain range I can maybe keep a look out for
Thanks for your feedback in advance!

DeadlyX wrote:
Can the MBP stand this heat?
Macs--both desktop and notebook models--have featured thermal safety protection for a long time. If the temps approach the levels where damage could occur, the system shuts down to safe itself. The shutdown point for the MBP varies with the version, but it is usually quoted as in the vicinity of 200-212F (93-100C).

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All Macbook Pro owners, please post your macbook pro temperatures here. This would allow us owners to clearly identify what an "average" temperature is, and what would be considered over-excessive heating of our Macbook Pros.
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http://www.versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/19994 (a comprehensive application)
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