Actually 5th edition takes from all forms of D&D, from 2nd to 4th.
I have played 2nd all my life, then ventured into 4th for a short while.
Now i play 5th and only 5th, because it is so simple and fun to play.
I would be down to play as well, but my access to the internet isn't everyday, more like every 2 or 3 weeks at best.