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[@CityPrepping] Download Wikipedia (and the Entire Internet) for Free – 2025 Edition

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@CityPrepping - "Download Wikipedia (and the Entire Internet) for Free – 2025 Edition"

Link: https://youtu.be/I707NAvwcmc

Short Summary​

This YouTube video explains how to download and store large amounts of free, offline accessible information, such as medical guides, repair manuals, and books, onto devices like PCs and smartphones using the Kiwix app. The presenter also suggests utilizing portable storage devices like USB drives or SD cards, and provides links to free survival PDFs and backup power options for powering devices offline.

Key Quotes​

Here are five direct quotes from the YouTube video transcript that represent valuable insights or strong recommendations:

  1. "While all these tools and resources that we're about to go over, they're free, they do come at a cost to the teams that host them on their website. So, if you're interested in supporting any of these projects, you can make a financial donation on their website. Even a few bucks can help."
  2. "By downloading the information that we're about to cover, you're going to have access to medical guides, repair manuals, maps, and even books. All available offline if the grid goes down or if you lose internet connection."
  3. "If I were to turn my internet off, I can access all this because it's now stored on my own local thumb drive."
  4. "Whatever you download to your phone, you can begin to share in your surrounding area." (Referring to the Keywix hotspot feature)
  5. "So, to retain mobility with this information, I recommend downloading it to a portable backup drive such as a USB drive, a SD card, or even something as small as a micro SD card. This way, the data is not just downloaded to a large PC, which isn't mobile."

Detailed Summary​

Here's a detailed summary of the YouTube video transcript, broken down into bullet points:

Key Topics:

  • Offline Information Storage: The video focuses on storing large amounts of data (medical guides, repair manuals, maps, books, etc.) on small, portable devices for offline access in emergency situations where internet access is unavailable.
  • Keywix Software: The central tool demonstrated is Keywix, a free software that allows users to download and access content from various websites (like Wikipedia, WikiBooks, Project Gutenberg) offline.
  • Emergency Preparedness (Prepping): The video is presented within the context of emergency preparedness and self-reliance.
  • Free Resources: The video emphasizes the use of freely available resources and encourages viewers to support the projects financially if possible.

Keywix Installation and Usage (PC):

  • Installation:
    • Download Keywix from the Microsoft Store.
    • Alternative Download: kwix.org
  • Downloading Offline Content:
    • Use Keywix's library interface to browse available content directories (Wikipedia, WikiBooks, Gutenberg, etc.).
    • Each directory corresponds to a website or project. Downloading a directory's content mirrors the website's information.
    • Wikipedia Downloads:
      • Various versions available: "Maxi" (full), "Mini" (compressed), "All but no pic" (full, without pictures).
      • Different languages are available (EN for English).
      • Files are timestamped, indicating the last update.
      • File sizes can be very large (e.g., over 100 GB for the full English Wikipedia).
      • User can select specific topics/subsections to download instead of the entire database.
    • Download the desired files to a chosen location (preferably an external drive for mobility).
    • Open the downloaded file within Keywix.
  • Accessing Offline Content:
    • Once loaded into Keywix, the downloaded content is accessible offline, even without an internet connection.
    • The user can search and browse as they would on the original website.

Keywix Installation and Usage (Mobile):

  • Installation:
    • Download the Keywix app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
  • Downloading Offline Content:
    • The mobile app offers a similar interface to the PC version, allowing users to browse and download content from various categories (Wikipedia, WikiBooks, etc.).
    • File sizes are clearly displayed to help users manage their device storage.
    • The video recommends using a MicroSD card for storage expansion if available on your mobile device.
  • Accessing Offline Content:
    • Once downloaded, the content is accessible offline on the mobile device.
  • Hotspot Feature:
    • The Keywix mobile app has a hotspot feature that allows users to share downloaded content with other devices in their vicinity (via QR code).

Additional Free Resources and Storage:

  • Survival PDF Files: The video mentions a list of free survival-related PDF files available on the presenter's website (linked in the description).
  • Storage Recommendations:
    • Portability: Emphasizes the importance of storing downloaded files on portable devices for mobility.
    • Options: Suggests USB drives, SD cards, MicroSD cards, and solid-state drives (SSDs).
  • Powering Devices Offline: Mentions a separate playlist of videos discussing backup power options for devices like PCs during grid-down scenarios.

Call to Action and Further Resources:

  • Links: All links to resources, software, and storage options are provided in the video description and comment section.
  • Book Recommendations: Suggests watching a video with a list of 13 recommended physical books for emergency preparedness.
  • Engagement: Encourages viewers to leave feedback and thoughts in the comments section.