Quote Originally Posted by Fnord
Cash NLHE is VERY different from tourney NLHE. I wouldn't mix up to two game types much as a new player.
Pretty much, in a cash game (assuming you're playing within your bankroll) you can and should wait around for premium hands. In tourneys, you can't rely on the cards to win you the tournament. If you're serious about studying, there are dozens and dozens of poker books at your local bookstore.