The term "useful resources" refers to any material, information or tools that can be utilized for a particular purpose. These could include physical items such as books, equipment, and technology; intellectual property like patents, trademarks, and copyrights; financial assets like savings accounts, investments, and loans; human capital including skills, knowledge, and experience of people; or natural resources like water, minerals, and energy. In essence, anything that can be used to achieve a desired outcome is considered a useful resource.