I will post more about different types of crypto, stay tuned. My advice (for your first investment) is to stay away from the risky ones that are only aiming to solve a specific problem. Look instead at the more broad based chains that can be platforms for many uses. Ethereum, EOS and and NEO are examples of this.

Also, learn your digital security and how to safely store your tokens. You will want to make sure you own the private keys and not delegating someone else via a glorified IOU!