About.com has a handy list of tips to help out new digital camera owners with their recent purchase/gift.

“Digital cameras are great! They let you experiment and learn without the hassle and expense of film developing. They give you the freedom to take more pictures—lots more pictures! But they also open up a whole new world of technology and terminology that even proficient film photographers may not be familiar with. Fortunately, you can bypass the confusion by visiting the links in this article to learn about and avoid the most common pitfalls and mistakes many new digital camera owners make.”

Website: About.com - Top 7 Digital Camera Newbie Mistakes to Avoid