Just switched from PC to Mac, What's the tutorial items out there to learn this system?

Would like to know the best ways to learn this system. Wasn't very good with PC but there is something about this iMac that makes want to master it. (Ha!) I would welcome any suggestions on what to get to help me learn in an easy every day language. Any suggestions greatly appreciated..... Thanks

I didn't prune this list, so some might have been mentioned.
Switching from Windows to Mac OS X,
Basic Tutorials on using a Mac,
Mac 101: Mac Essentials,
Mac OS X keyboard shortcuts,
Anatomy of a Mac,
MacTips,
Switching to Mac Superguide, and
Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Mountain Lion Edition.
Additionally, *Texas Mac Man* recommends:
Quick Assist,
Welcome to the Switch To A Mac Guides,
Take Control E-books, and
A guide for switching to a Mac.

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