I got ZERO idea of how to mine, algorithms, programming or other related topics to cryptocurrencies and mining.
But I hope I can help you become an altcoin-milli in the future
Minergate released a Windows GUI version for mining with CPU and/or with GPU from your computer.
Summary: CPU, uses the cores of your PC/Laptop, GPU uses your graphics card which is usually wayyyyyyyyy more powerful than the CPU (but requires more energy, and so you will have more heat released from your device... keep an eye on temp).
You can download the software HERE:
https://minergate.com/downloads/gui
How to use it?
Just click on the coin you want to mine and if you want it from CPU or GPU... and