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In the Community

Once the improved service provided by a fast, ‘always on' internet connection is understood, it still leaves open the question - what can you do with all of that potential?

This new technology really comes into its own when it is used to do more than just email or browse websites. In fact there are many ways it can improve the way you already do things.

 

Community Networking

The internet is not only useful for staying in touch with people far away. People living in local communities can benefit too. You can exchange photographs and videos, as well as the written word. Just use it like the phone and with internet phoning the call is free.

Download a free video conferencing pack like MSN or Yahoo messenger and use it to talk and see anyone in the world for free. The speed of broadband makes all of these tasks a pleasure and its ‘always-on' nature provides access to these services without delay.