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You do not have to limit your computer just to a work tool. No, if you are looking for some entertainment, the device can come in quite handy.
Let’s take a look at some of the most popular ways to have fun on your computer. You are bound to discover something that will keep you entertained.
Listen to Music
Listening to music is a good way to make a day go by faster. Some people cannot imagine sitting in front of their computer all day if there is no music playing in the background. Of course, it should not get in the way of one’s work; otherwise, listening to songs becomes a problem rather than a solution.
Enjoying some nice tunes after work is also a good way to entertain yourself and relax. If you have a computer and an internet connection, you can take advantage of Spotify or YouTube. The latter might not be the best option because you have to open an internet browser tab that will consume the system resources.
Besides these two platforms, you could also look for some torrent sites for music and download tracks directly to your computer.
Make New Friends
Making new friends is not that easy in real life, but you might find that communication platforms, such as Discord, offer you opportunities to meet new people who share similar hobbies or ideas.
If you are stuck at home during the pandemic and have few or no opportunities to socialize with other people in person, do not hesitate and seek some companionship on
Keep in Touch With Your Family
Similar to making new friends online to have someone to talk to, you should also not forget your family and current friends.
If you have a laptop, you should also have a built-in webcam that allows you to video chat with family and friends on Zoom, Discord, or another similar software.
Even a few minutes every day of talking to those closest to you can be a nice change of pace, not to mention the fun of it.
Play Video Games
It is no surprise that more and more people are playing video games as their pastime. While there is still this stigma about how video games are still for children, the trend is slowly changing as plenty of adults well in their 30s and 40s are enjoying video games as much as anyone else.
Having a decent computer is more or less enough to enjoy some of the best AAA titles that do not require multiplayer mode.
On the other hand, some players might find it more enjoyable to compete against players or stick to co-op games that require coordination and teamwork to overcome various obstacles if one wishes to finish a game.
The bottom line is that gaming is bigger than ever, and even picky people should find a game they can enjoy. If you had not tried playing video games before or did not spend enough time to truly discover some of the best available titles, do not hesitate and go for it.
Check YouTube and Twitch TV
There are hours of entertainment one can find on YouTube. Sure, the platform might lack some of its best content creators after they left and started working on other projects, but YouTube still has some pretty great channels worth your attention.
As for Twitch TV, the platform might have started as a hub for gamers, but it evolved and changed its face a couple of years ago. Now, there are plenty of streamers who have nothing to do with video games.
They host podcasts, play music, cook, stream real life events, and come up with other content ideas.
One of the best things about YouTube and Twitch TV is that the content is free, though you could spend money to support your favorite content creators by donating or becoming a Patreon.
Consume Media on Streaming Platforms
Streaming platforms revolutionized the way we consume media. Now, our favorite TV shows and movies are available with a few clicks of a button. There is no need to bother with downloading and hoarding large media files on the computer.
Another great thing about these streaming services is that they are in direct competition with each other, and they are pushing original content to attract more customers. It is great for consumers because we have more stuff to watch.
Learn New Skills
Education might not seem like a form of entertainment, but if you have a desire to learn new things, a computer and an internet connection should be more than enough.
There are plenty of great courses on Skillshare and Udemy. Some of the courses are free; others require payment.