Visit online sources to familiarize yourself with the Russian alphabet and some basic vocabulary. Make sure your audio is enabled so you can hear the letters and words being pronounced, and always repeat them aloud (see Resources below). Some websites to visit include
Explore more advanced online sources once you're comfortable with the alphabet and the basic phrases. These are university textbook companion sites that offer very thorough and interactive lessons for the serious Russian learner (see Resources below).
Skim through websites for a more fun, less grammatical approach to Russian. Russian grammar can be overwhelming, especially when you're learning independently. These websites have more pictures, stories and fun anecdotes for the casual learner (see Resources below).
Build your vocabulary through word lists. Especially if you're traveling to Russia, knowing a large selection of words will be very useful (see Resources below).
Sign up and pay for interactive Russian learning websites. These are comprehensive sites that will help you learn Russian quickly and effectively, without having to look for any other online resources to complement your education (see Resources below).