Technology

It’s technology that has made it so much easier to start and run a business than ever before, and throughout this book I’m going to give you lots of recommendations for websites and software to help you out.

It’s really going to help if you have your own computer. It doesn’t need to be a fancy one, just as long as you can access the internet. But if money is too tight right now you don’t need to rush out and buy one. At this stage it’s wise to save money wherever you can. Instead you can use computers in internet cafés, libraries or some business support centres.

You’re also likely to need a phone. For now you can just use your existing home phone or your mobile, and sort out a business line later only if it really becomes necessary. ...

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