Have you been looking for some data entry opportunities online to make some extra money? You'll probably have noticed there's quite a few available, however quite a few are bordering on scams so it's important to do your research before getting started.
The most popular way to start doing data entry is to join a data entry program.
By this I mean a training and resource membership website (which usually charges a one time fee for access).
Now you might think that this doesn't exactly sound very legitimate in itself - after all is it really necessary to have to pay to get a job? Many people make the mistake of thinking that online data entry is the same as offline, and it's not.
It's not a job but a home business because you are working for yourself.
This of course is a much better option than an ordinary job because you are choosing your own hours, choosing the amount of work you want to do and basically there are no limits to the amount of money you can make (eventually).
Like any home business you will start small and work your way up as you gain experience.
Home based data entry doesn't require any special skills or experience, and you can even do it part time so it's still suitable for those already working in a job, those with children, or students.
Once you join a program, you will be given all the training and materials needed.
The fee is usually just to cover administration expenses such as website hosting, research, support staff etc.
You can read through the material in your own time, and you can start as soon as you're ready.
Technically, you could start making money the same day although because there's a slight learning curve involved most people will take a few days to start earning their first dollars.
Online data entry is not a get rich quick scheme but a viable and lucrative home business.
Many people have given up their day jobs to work at it full time, and even if you only want to do it part time the extra money can be very useful.