Computers

An advance that has started to really catch on in popularity is wireless internet connections. Its actually a technology that has existed for quite a while now, but it is only recently that the technology has become practical. Much like the early cell phones, the issue of dead spots and connectivity issues previously made wireless a novelty and not much more.

Wireless Thinking
Now its possible for a person walking on the beach to establish a connection to the Internet. While this is a cool little trick, in reality, there are much larger applications. Its a way to expand the reach of where and when business can get done, turning even a small business into a virtual empire.

One of the bigger blocks to really doing business on the net is the concern over security. Over a VPN (virtual private network) you can share pretty much any file you want, but many companies havent gone completely in that direction out of concern for sensitive company info getting unintended distribution. What we see is that we need to not just address security, we need to address how people think about the Web, and really, thats the biggest challenge.

In truth, with SSL technology, encryption codes, firewalls and other precautions, your web space can be made more secure than the physical building you operate out of. Of course the best defense is simply following common sense rules and educating your staff about how to avoid common problems. Most, if not all, of the virus problems experienced in business could have been avoided with smarter downloading habits.