Tank establishment?

[Mr_Detail]

Being a newbie and planning my first SW tank, can someone briefly explain what I am reading here alot, whihc is the cycling of the tank?
I am assuming that after I get some LR & LS and get the tank up and running there is a period of time before you can put any lifeforms in there.

 

[KidNano]

This link will explain the Nitrification process to you. I'm sure there are better explanations but this one is quick and simple.

http://fins.actwin.com/mirror/sbegin-longterm.html

Good luck with your tank.

 

[KidNano]

Sorry, this is the direct link.

http://fins.actwin.com/mirror/begin-cycling.html