True.. I didn't even notice that the OP didn't even mention queues I agree with you though, there should be an option, and perhaps there will be. However, I doubt anything like that will be introduced this close to launch (or maybe it will... more money from people frustrated by queues)..

I've not done a single group quest, and I'd like to say that I'm on par with the current quests I'm doing at level 18. Make sure you explore the planet you're on and find every solo mission available to you, like the previous posters said. Also, if you're having difficulties with mobs a level or two higher, make sure you use your companion to it's full effectiveness, learn the skills they have since you can control them yourself. Don't rely on it automatically doing what's best in any given situation.

eMike has a valid point. Why not just let us know what the plan of action is? Queues are acceptable, I suppose, but 2 hours on a friday night had me kind of annoyed yesterday. I have a family taking up most of my time, and what little gaming time I get, is precious. Yesterday, that was wasted sitting in queue. I'm sure EA and BioWare are planning something to sort it all out, but what? Tell us please! Ease our minds and maybe you wont have people threatening to cancel subs, sue, quit, throw gerbils at you and whatnot.

I'd suggest you wait until after the game has launched publicly. Give it a few weeks or you might end up transferring to a server with an even bigger population than you started out on. Think about it.. Which servers will the newcomers be selecting on the 20th? The one that says "Full, Estimated Wait: < 1h 20m 00s" or the one that says "Light".. I know I wouldn't take my chances transferring to that low pop server just yet.. Yes, queues suck, but I have faith in that they will be sorted out by BioWare in due time.