Whether you're being new to the world of Linux or not, at one point or another, you're going to periodically re-question the Software that's already installed on your station.
As a beginner user, you will be haunted by the quest of ever trying to find new alternatives or best, to find copycats of the programs you used to have on... you know. But once you have gained significant experience, you will love digging the net for even more of that great software you already have and use, that is, not just to kill time though.
So here is my 2014 list of all Linux software I believe all of us (or almost) should have, hoping this will help you achieve even more and meet greater challenges through your PC, at least complement your current installation.