Okay, where better to ask this question than on a board full of Trek fans, right? We all love the stars? 
My six year old has a puny little "National Geographic" telescope we gave him for Christmas a couple of years ago from Target or someplace like that (I really don't remember now). It was fine for looking at the limited stuff we could see from our balcony in the city, but we live in the country now, with an amazing night sky, and I want us to really see it.
So, what's a good entry-level telescope for a beginner? Ease of use is a must, as I am clumsy and awkward with fine adjustments. I'm willing to spend up to about $300, maybe $400 for something basic but effective and easy to use. Do they have ones you can hook up to your computer these days? If so, how much do those cost? I'd be willing to spend more for that.
Anybody know about this stuff? Thanks in advance ...

My six year old has a puny little "National Geographic" telescope we gave him for Christmas a couple of years ago from Target or someplace like that (I really don't remember now). It was fine for looking at the limited stuff we could see from our balcony in the city, but we live in the country now, with an amazing night sky, and I want us to really see it.
So, what's a good entry-level telescope for a beginner? Ease of use is a must, as I am clumsy and awkward with fine adjustments. I'm willing to spend up to about $300, maybe $400 for something basic but effective and easy to use. Do they have ones you can hook up to your computer these days? If so, how much do those cost? I'd be willing to spend more for that.
Anybody know about this stuff? Thanks in advance ...