Newbie investor

I am starting to invest in stocks and more. I understand that you can’t really time the market, so my question is

- Any one source where I can get the basics of what’s what for beginners.
- How do you decide on which company to invest?
Is it based on the news, investment knowledge sites like motley fool, investment books etc. Or combination of all such things.
- What are some of the resources you use?
Like websites to check out for upto date info, books to read for making wise investment, Tools to give an edge etc.
- What is the best investment tool for serious investment like Fidelity, Charles Schwab etc.

Would really appreciate some advice from all you experts out there. Thanks

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