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Do you want to access the metaverse? The metaverse represents a shift in the way we interact with technology and each other. The metaverse is a hypothetical concept in which we all interact with each other using avatars in a persistent, interconnected digital world. People can use the metaverse to create, play, socialize, and even work. While a true metaverse like the ones in science fiction does not yet exist, there are a variety of smaller metaverse platforms that you can try and maybe experience a taste of the future. This How.com.vn article teaches you what the metaverse is, what you can do in it, and how to access it.
Things You Should Know
- The metaverse is a persistent, decentralized, online digital world where users interact, work, and play using avatars.
- A true metaverse doesn't exist in the real world. However, there are a variety of unconnected, competing metaverse platforms you can try.
- You can access the metaverse using a Windows PC or Mac. Some platforms require a virtual reality headset.
Steps
Accessing the Metaverse
- Decide on a metaverse platform. The metaverse has yet to emerge as a singular, decentralized, interconnected platform. Instead, you will need to decide on a metaverse platform you want to use. Think about what you are hoping to experience in the metaverse. Do you want to play games? Do you want to socialize with other users? Do you want to purchase virtual land? Do you want to make and sell things? Decide on a metaverse platform that caters to your desired experience.
- Get a cryptocurrency wallet. Many metaverse platforms use cryptocurrencies to power their digital economies. Many of these require you to have a cryptocurrency wallet before signing up for an account. Find out what cryptocurrency your chosen platform uses and get a cryptocurrency wallet that supports that cryptocurrency. Also, check what wallets the platform supports.
- You'll need to download the cryptocurrency wallet and create an account. Cryptocurrency wallets include Coinbase, Trust Wallet, Metamask, Exodus, and Electrum.
- Purchase the equipment needed to access the metaverse. Most metaverse platforms can be easily accessed using a Windows PC. You will likely want to get a PC that has decent hardware specs as many metaverse platforms can be resource intensive. Most metaverse platforms also work on a Mac. Some metaverse platforms allow you to interact with them using your smartphone. A few metaverse platforms require you to have a virtual reality headset, such as an Oculus Quest.
- Sign up for the platform. Once you decide on a platform, go to the platform's official website and sign up for an account. You may need to connect your cryptocurrency wallet to your account.
- Download and install the app. A few metaverse platforms can run inside a web browser. Most will require you to download and install an app, which can be downloaded from the official website. The app will allow you to access the metaverse.
- Create an avatar. Before you can access the metaverse, you will need to create a custom avatar. This a unique representation of yourself. This is what other users will see when they interact with you in the metaverse. Most metaverse platforms have their own avatar-creation tools. You can make an avatar that looks like yourself, or you can create an original character for your avatar.
- Explore. Once you create an avatar, you are ready to enter the metaverse. You can do so using the app that you downloaded for your Metaverse platform. Take the time to explore and interact with other users. Ask questions. Get to know the lay of the land. When you are ready, you can purchase land, or create new custom experiences for other users to enjoy.
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