1001 Ways to Make Money If You Dare (25 page)

145 CHARGE FOR ACCESS TO YOUR WIRELESS.
People are always trying to hook free wireless. But if you've got a secured system, there's no reason other people can't use it as well — provided they pay you for it. Just make sure all your files are secure; you don't want someone to pay you for hacking into your bank account.

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146 RENT OUT YOUR COMPUTER FOR OTHERS TO RUN PROGRAMS ON.
Some projects need a lot of computing power. We're talking a
lot
! If you're okay with giving out access to your computer, you can rent it out just as you would any other appliance. Of course, it stays in your home and everything's done online. But you can be part of a research project — and get paid for it!

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147 DATA MINE.
The amount of raw data doubles every three years. But raw data's no good unless someone analyzes it for patterns that turn it into information. If you don't mind poring over endless streams of statistics, and if you've got a head for math and algorithms, this is your chance to make money by creating info.

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148 BECOME A DATA PROCESSOR.
Tapping away at endless streams of information isn't the most exciting way to spend your day, but it'll put money in your pocket. It's cubicle life at its most Dilbertesque — but what the heck! It's income.

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149 BECOME A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT.
Nowadays, a busy executive needs this, that, and the other — and all in the next ten minutes. Sitting at your computer, you can meet those needs with a few keystrokes and the click of a mouse button. No need to even leave your living room. Check out opportunities online for part-time and full-time positions.

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150 SELL REPAIRED JUNK ON EBAY.
If you're Mr. Fix-It, repair stuff you don't need anymore and post it on craigslist. You'll be amazed at the things people will buy.

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