What is the best way to get started with Linux, more specifically, Ubuntu?

Question by techwiz24: What is the best way to get started with Linux, more specifically, Ubuntu?
I am interested in learning Linux as good as or better than I know windows, reason being, I may have to use my computer for school soon, and REALLY don't want to wait for vista or depend on having it not crash/freeze in class. I know the basics like duel booting, using a VM, and installing, basic apt-get, but I want to get to know it better.


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Answer by WaModern Linux distros

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