Where to start with Adobe Photoshop

I need a program to do editing, composing, etc. that does more than Printshop. I know Adobe Photoshop is the "top of the line" for design and publishing. There are SO many different versions and upgrades. It is very confusing. I don't want to make a costly mistake.
So.....what is the entry level version of Adobe Photoshop? Also do I need the upgrades that seem to be offered with each version? Thanks so much for any input.

Unless you intend to use Photoshop for professional graphic design work (in which case you have a long learning curve ahead just to get conversant enough with the program to start), the much less expensive Photoshop Elements is all you need.
http://www.graphic-design.com/Photoshop/vs_elements.html

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