traded an old laptop for it, I know nothing about guitars. I’m currently watching and reading on what I need (amp simulator as a first step is what I figured out) and then learn how to play the thing. in the interim, would be nice if someone knows what brand or model this is and what I should pay attention to. thanks!

It looks like someone saw one of Gary Kramer’s aluminum necks from the 70s and couldn’t afford it. I’ve never seen a wood headstock like that one.
The rest of the guitar looks like an old Japanese import.