Fourth, it's more personal and focused. Best of all, it is free. One common Internet activity is the mailing list. Mailing list are groups of people of usually no more than a few hundred that share ideas, experiences and collectively problem solve. Mailing lists exist for nearly every interest, profession, hobby or lifestyle.
Most mailing lists are highly specialized and tightly focused.
Some examples are lists for dog guide users, those who want access to libraries for people with disabilities, another for equal access to software and information, and there is even one for gay men who are eagle scouts. Some merely are alternative information sources. If you are ready to take the plunge, here is how to get connected. First you will need a computer that has a modem and telecommunications, or online, software. Modems require special software to run them.