? Part I
1) Call or visit the Web sites of a cable worker, DSL provider and satellite provider to obtain information on their Internet services. Recapitulate the features, benefits as well as costs of each provider. Which is the fastest? What if any are the disadvantages of selecting any of the three for Internet service (such as additional equipment purchases)?

? Part II
2) Visualize that you are the head of information technology for a fast-growth e-commerce start-up. You are in charge of development of the company's Web site. Consider your choices for building the site in-house with existing staff or outsourcing the entire operation. Choose which strategy you believe is in your company's best interest as well as create a brief overview outlining your position. Why select that approach? And what are the projected associated costs, likened with the alternative? (You'll need to make certain educated guesses here - don't worry about being exact.)