Start with the basics - At Work

Always switched on

Broadband allows immediate online access. Your computer is always connected to the internet 24/7, without you ever having to dial-up. The internet becomes like any other utility, such as electricity or water, it’s available when you need it, without having to give it any thought. All you have to do is open your browser and you’re connected.

This permanent connection is normally charged at a fixed monthly rate, so you can benefit from constant access to the internet, whenever your computer is switched on, without incurring any additional charges.

With constant access it is possible to establish a free flow of information between the internet and you, which makes many new things possible:

• You receive emails almost as soon as they are sent (to avoid missing important messages or enquiries)
• You can establish permanent connections to other offices and maintain constant links to third-party services (for instant updates on critical information)
• You can establish secure off-site servers (enabling remote working from home or on the move and also remote data back-ups)
• You can subcontract ICT support and software to specialists off-site (to practise a more cost effective leasing, rather than purchase, model)

In addition, your computer can be used as a phone for short-distance, long-distance and international calls — ready to receive and make calls at all times - at a greatly reduced rate if calling a traditional phone, or free when calling a similar computer-based phone.

Keep in mind the security tips in the technology section though.