How do I download Blender?

Excuse me, could you please clarify for me the steps I need to follow in order to download Blender? I'm not very familiar with software installations and I'm afraid I might miss something important. Is there a specific website I should visit, or do I need to create an account before I can start the download process? Additionally, would you recommend any specific version of Blender for beginners, or is the latest one always the best choice? Your guidance would be greatly appreciated.