Volunteered computing projects have been around for several decades, and the MilkyWay project is certainly one of the more interesting projects in that arena. Using the BOINC platform, the MilkyWay project is designed to create a "highly accurate three dimensional model of the Milky Way galaxy using data gathered by the Sloan Digital Sky Survey." The project is a joint effort between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's departments of computer science and physics, applied physics and astronomy. Visitors can look over the homepage to read the latest updates, research papers, and even sign up to take part in this initiative. Interested parties will need to install the BOINC software, and then can also create an account or even join one of their existing teams. Also, visitors can donate funds to their cause from the homepage.