While in the datapad, check out the "Waypoints" tab. This is where you will find all of the locations of your current quests. Here, you can activate and deactivate any of your current waypoints, making finding your quests a little easier.
Also on your datapad, you will notice the "POI" tab. This is a tab that holds waypoints to locations of interest that you might already be familiar with; so if you are looking to find some of the iconic places in our galaxy, you can use these waypoints to your advantage!
The absolute best source for information regarding the game is the Star Wars Galaxies Message Board! If you log in to the forums you will find guides, tips and hints, and news about upcoming content updates. If you find yourself stuck on a particular quest, want to know what the best weapon is for a particular class, or just need a few more pointers to help you along the way, the forums are the best resource available.
If you feel lost in the sea of veterans, our forums have a place dedicated to new players just like you! You will also find forums dedicated to each galaxy and each profession; these are places you can find help regarding your specific profession and also find players to team up with while in-game!