/r/ Linux info

I'm looking at getting away from Microsoft OS's, and trying one of the open source OS's.

My question is, "Which one"? I've seen many versions on the shelves, but I don't know which is better for the first time user.
So instead of browsing the magic google, I decided to try here.

You might consider PCBSD. It's goal is to be "easy to use and install", and it's able to run most of the same programs that Linux is able to, all that's missing is the GNU/Kool-aid loonix fanboi factor.

http://www.pcbsd.org