Step 4: Watch the Comments

For those who have trouble focusing, nothing beats scrolling through the comments for hours on end. It's like a digital soap opera, full of drama, intrigue, and poorly written arguments.

Here are a few tips to get the most out of watching the comments:

• Start at the top and work your way down. The most relevant comments will be at the top.
• Don't get too attached. Comments can be harsh. You might find yourself wondering why you even bothered.
• Look for typos and grammatical errors. They are like little Easter eggs hidden among the digital foliage.

For more advanced comment-watching techniques, see Advanced Comment-Watching Techniques.

Or, if you're feeling really adventurous, see 5. Try the 5-Second Rule.

And if all else fails, just surf the net until your browser crashes.

But remember, there's always the option to call your best friend and tell him or her you're "researching the web.