Online data entry refers to the compilation of data from internet sources and compiling it in a format suitable for online storage and accessibility. It comprises a number of processes, such as data entry, data mining, data extraction, typing and web research, which are used to find relevant information online and arrange them in an orderly manner. The data and information are converted into a digital format and compiled for use on computers. A database is created to store and access them from any location. In many cases, latest IT technology is used to encode the useful data for machine interpretation.