new to DnD where do I start?

Hii everyone
Me and my friends have been really wanting to get into D&D, but honestly we have no clue where to even start 😅. We’re not sure what we need to play, how to set things up, or what the first steps are. None of us really know anyone who can show us the ropes either.

If anyone has tips, advice, or beginner-friendly resources to point us in the right direction, we’d seriously appreciate it! Thanks a bunch in advance:)))