Learning c is a waste of time unless your using it as the bases to learn c++,c# or java (or even javascript).

c++ is widely used but is starting to loose it appeal. Plus its an object orientated extension to c and hence is really a bodge IMO plus it's a bastard to learn and code in it.

If I was you I would learn either C# ot Java as these are c based languages but were written from the ground up to be object orientated. Also these both support garabage collection which c++ does not-that probably means nothing to you but trust me that's a good thing!!.

Anyway no matter what object orientated language you choose (c++,c#,java) you will need to understand the principles of object orientated programming which is actually harder than learning the actual language. Also using a tool like Visual Studio to write your code will help you write and learn to code and save you a huge amout of hassle!

Good luck!