Basically, I just grabbed the box off my front door. About to open it. I already ordered a 16 gig SDHC Class 6 and want some advice on exactly what order of operations I should do from here...

example:
1.Update OS?
2.install memory?
3.most essential programs to install
4.essential media

One last question I have is, I noticed there is not much memory onboard... can I use the SDHC cards as actual install options. Lets say I want to install my sw on the card vs the internal ram, is that possible.

Ok, one last question. I want maps of basically Boston, MA, Orlando, FL and New York City w/buroughs. Is it possible to get those maps installed without logging onto the net.

Thanks!

PS. I am a Linux NUB/noob. This will be my first experience with the OS.