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Internet and e-mail

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Internet and Email

The internet is a global network of computers sharing all kinds of information and communication. There is a good choice of internet connections for business which will offer an appropriate solution for your usage pattern. A high level of security in your connection is easily implemented.

There are three main ways in which the internet can be useful to your business.

Information
As a source of information, the internet is virtually limitless. Here are just a few kinds of information that may be useful to your business.

• Viewing websites of other companies, trade organisations and the government websites like Inland Revenue, Health and Safety etc.
• Product information and Reviews
• Business directories
• Research and Reference information
• Statistics
• Stock prices and exchange rates
• News and Weather
• Maps and Directions
• Parcel tracking
• Advice

Communication
The main method of communication the internet offers is email. This is very simple, almost instant and the cost is almost negligible. But there are other methods of communication offered by the internet, all at the same speed and low cost.

• Video conferencing across the globe
• Sending / receiving files
• Instant chat messaging
• Discussion groups or web communities

Buying and Booking Online
Many of your suppliers will have their own websites, with online catalogues and technical specifications etc. You can order stock online without having to print out a fax and feed it through the fax machine, nor would you have to meticulously read your order over the phone.

You can also make travel and hotel bookings and research trade seminars and exhibitions online.

Having this limitless and largely free resource at your fingertips really will change the way you work, and you will notice the absence of those frustrating moments wondering "How can I find out about that?"