robbierawn

hello,
hi to all,
i`m a newbie in the world of computers! i have few questions, for which i`m unable to find the answers.
firstly to let:
i know basic hardware of a pc, installing windows.
now i`m interested in learning SQL, SYBASE, VC++.
the problem is i`m finding 100 of books and 100`s of software, some claim to teach in 21 days some in 24 hours, some in 12 weeks,
for eample VC++ has so many versions and its software file vary too, some are 260 mb odd some 365 mb so on.
i`m interested in learning total of SQL(all platform),VC++,JAVA(windows) as these give good jobs.
i`m unable to find the appropriate books, and the softwares too.
i`m looking to build my career, hope you would not disappoint me in letting me find my answers. i`d be obliged if you people help me in my query.
thanking you,
robbie