I want a get a credit card, specifically to make online purchases

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I need help selecting a card, that has good rates, so that I don't end up paying up the ying yang--im only in college after all.
I know that their are several cards out there, which makes this decision really hard.
So here's where I need some help. A quick crash course in what I should be looking for, or what credit cards you use or would suggest I get.
TIA,
zero2