Help On How To Configure Jdk On Windows Os

hey guys,
i'm new into programming (Java language) and the first step seems confusing to me. i've already downloaded the Java Development Kit (JDK) latest version for Windows from the Sun Microsystem website,but unfortunately, i can't configure it. can someone please give me a"dummy's" guide on how to do that? (especially concerning about creating a PATH and CLASSPATH references).
N/B please don't laugh at me,because i'm just new into it, LOL
any help would be appreciated.
thanks

Thx Fdeveloper 4 ur recommendation. bt i alredi hav Sam's Teach Yourself Java 2 in 24 Hours wich i find mor comprehensive & simple. my problem actuali is configuring d JDK on my system. it says i must create a reference in the BIN folder, some otha PATH & CLASSPATH (wich i rili don't knw wot dey mean). my knwledge of computer is limited 4 nw,i'm afraid, LOL
do u c wot i mean now?