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6" or 8" Dobsonian is the answer. You can find them relatively inexpensive on craigslist, etc.
Going this route allows for easy transport to the back yard or observing site. They have no electronics to mess with, no wires, just a simple design for up/down and left/right adjustment by hand. They usually come supplied with 2 to 3 eyepieces for changing magnification. Start with the largest number on the eyepiece, probably 24mm or 28 or 30mm. This gives the widest field of view and allows you to find objects easier. Once you've found an object and want a higher magnification switch to the medium eyepiece, 10-16mm. Want even higher mag, put in the smallest eyepiece. Sometimes (most) you will find the medium and low power eyepieces have the best view.
This setup will give you lots to look at in the sky and let you know if you even want to pursue the hobby further without loosing a bunch of $$$. You can easily sell it for what you paid if you bought it used.