Quote from: FreeMeBTC on April 27, 2013, 06:06:11 AM

Specifically any good resources on mining pools, operating systems/mining programs/drivers, tips and general best practices, or anything else that you think a new miner should know would be great!

Thanks!

-FreeMeBTC

I am also new here - Been mining full time for about 10-12 days.

OS : Linux/Ubuntu if you know what you're doing. Windows otherwise.
Mining program: I am using BFGminer and it seems to be stable and (more importantly) resilient.
Mining pool: I am using Eclipsemc, but you might want to pick something different. Look for low-cost PPS pool, will do better for small scale miner. There is a link on this site with fees and everything you could want to know.
Other consideration - airflow. Make sure you can keep the rig from getting too hot. Open up your case and point a cheap fan in there.

Set it up, Turn it on and let it run.

- TomInTx