What's the deal with Google Wave?

Unclear about what Google Wave is and how it works? You might want to check out a few of these links:

Smarterware chart of Google Wave features/functionality compared to other web based collaboration software like instant messaging, email, Google Docs, wikis, etc...
http://ping.fm/DdyCI

Tips for Using Google Wave
http://ping.fm/eb2ci

The Complete Guide to Google Wave
http://ping.fm/BS9eh