As they say, the finest things in life are free. This also applies to the content available on the Internet outside of social media and streaming videos.
In this post, we're offering you some free resources that you might find helpful in one way or another.
It would be impossible to limit yourself to social media alone on the Internet because it is so vast and expansive. We've compiled a list of some of our best picks for websites where you can accomplish a ton more online at incredibly low prices.
No-cost Education
Have you ever felt the need to further your studies or just spend your leisure time learning new things? This is a fact: You can upskill yourself and take a few new courses from the comfort of your own home thanks to the Internet.
Take advantage of the short or long courses like EdX, Coursera, or Khan Academy provide to learn new skills.
Similarly, Code Academy offers coding courses, while Google (via Grow with Google and Google Garage) offers free online learning resources. These days, even TESDA provides free online courses.
Acquiring proficiency in a new language has also become easier. To learn Korean, I used to buy and install Rosetta Stone on my PC, but these days you can use applications like Duolingo and Memrise on your phone during downtime to accomplish the same.
Free Games
Games on't have to be expensive to be fun! Child-friendly internet games are available on hundreds of websites for the most basic enjoyment. Addicting Games offers several decent browser games, The Internet Archive provides thousands of MS-DOS games with only a few clicks, and Y8 is still up and running. Along with a list of free games from GOG and Steam, there are also weekly freebies from Epic Games.
Books and Documentaries for Free
When it comes to watching videos, practically everyone's first choice has been YouTube, but there are other sites where you may watch documentaries about subjects that particularly interest you. A variety of documentaries on topics such as art, space and society, and biographies are available on DocumentaryHaven.
Check out Project Gutenberg, which provides over 70,000 eBooks for you to download and enjoy on your device, if you appreciate reading books that impart knowledge. There are other websites that provide equally good services, such LibriVox for audiobooks and OpenLibrary for more titles.
Donations To Charities And Free Life Services
On the Internet, you can also obtain free services. HearMe and 7cups provide specific platforms where you can talk to someone about your mental health if you need someone to talk to. Listen to your problems and be heard by volunteers who are available to you at all times for free.
You may also join their community to meet others who can help you emotionally. If you're feeling giving today, set aside some time to play several games where a little donation is made for each right answer.
Free Rice was the original, but now we have BeansBeansBean as well. It's up to you (and your Internet connection) to take advantage of these offerings, which are completely free of charge. The finest things in life are always free. For once, ignore social media and take advantage of the wealth of information and entertainment available online. Don't limit yourself to your typical go-to websites or apps.