Where can I get started and learn everything i need to know about IM?

You can see by the title that I'm a huge noob when it comes to IM, I want to learn the basics and work my way up. I don't want to make a career out of IM yet i want to learn the basics and stay on my feat if anything was to occur. Know how to earn money if i ever come into S**t. All guides, ebooks, threads or any other matter would be hugely appreciated. I want knowledge on IM. The only way I've earned money on the internet is through fiverr and websites of that category, which when stated of how much i earned from the websites is an embarrassment. I don't want to earn money straight away. I'm not a quitter. I believe i'm the 5% of people who try IM and not quit along the way.

- So please if you can help me it would be gladly appreciated

If you're looking for a fall back plan, this isn't the best choice. There are thousands of people like you, but who are devoted and still don't make money.

A better fall back plan would be marketable skills. Get an apprenticeship somewhere where you can learn a trade that will be around for a long time, home improvement stuff, handyman, concrete, drywall, etc.

Try to re-sell things, can work in the start before you get the whole idea of the marketing

If you want to start with basics, there is still a wide field to start from. Pick a field which
will have you doing something that you enjoy doing (be happy in your work).

An example is writing. If you enjoy writing, then there is the art of writing content for
websites, make money instantly with Associate Content, writing articles for people, etc.

If you like selling, you can get into some cpa programs, sale on ebay, sale for clickbank,
or become an affiliate of a company or network. The list for selling is endless.

When you say you want to start at the basic, pick the field that you wish to start first and
stick with it. That's why it's good to choose something that you enjoy doing.