Obviously, this is one place. I believe they give a two-week free trial. Blogger is one of the most popular, and not a bad place to start blogging (though it lacks cachet).
I myself poked around for a free place to post. I discovered some bloggers with intelligence at Worldpress, and it was easy for me to find a good looking design and get going right away.
I guess that's the best advice: Go out. Read Blogs. Find good ones. Comment and see how people react. When it feels like it's home, start blogging.
BTW, Blogging for Dummies is a good clear book with lots of illustrations. And, with the usual caveats, Wikipedia is a good source of basic information.
When you set up a blog, mention it here. I'll come and make a comment. :)
Next... I'll say a bit more about syndication/subscription.
I will stray momentarily from the topic of blogging to podcasts. Heidi Miller, a corporate presenter who also goes by the title of Podcast Princess, has a series of podcasts focusing on social media, podcasts, and blogging. The ones I viewed were very well done. http://talkitup.typepad.com/weblog/
Posted by: Marian Chase | November 01, 2007 at 05:58 PM
Thanks, Marian. There are many great resources out there, and this link helps build up references for those taking the webinar and their colleagues.
Posted by: Peter Andrews | November 06, 2007 at 05:01 PM
Thanks for your help in understanding blogs. I'm anxious to start searching for blogs on subjects for which I'm passionate.
Posted by: Lynn Kennedy | September 08, 2008 at 11:40 AM
Social Networking webinar was worth my time and I enjoyed it.
Posted by: Dan G | September 09, 2008 at 11:52 AM