Wasn’t sure this was the correct forum, but..
This is a good little (FREE!!) site that has helped me to get started with my Canon SLR.
http://www.photoworkshop.com/canon/lessons/lessons_1-5.html
If you’re completely awesome like most Farktographers, you won’t need this as it covers just the total basics. But for someone like me who is completely new to any kind of photography, this is a good place to start. Covers more than the camera manual, anywho.
Oh, and maximize the window when you click on a lesson or you may not see how to advance through the windows…
PPG