Following are four common forms of Internet connection, ranging from the most rudimentary telephone wire connection to a cable wire connection.  Your choice of type of connection will depend on the number of Internet users you anticipate in your company as well as the prices and speeds offered by the company providing your Internet connection.

To obtain Internet access, you must contact a local Internet Service Provider (ISP).  An ISP installs a simple connection from your computer to the Internet, and often also provides other services, such as supplying a specified number of e-mail addresses, and a company web site address.
 
Tips to Consider When Selecting The Type of Internet Connection You Need:
 
Ask you Internet Service Provider what the maximum waiting time is for downloading web pages at peak traffic times.  If your ISP supplies multiple types of connections, such as telephone modem, ISDN, and ADSL, you may want to compare the download times and prices of each of these connection types.  A very slow connection will interfere with tasks such as downloading software.  You can also gain perspective by asking the provider how many users can be accommodated per modem for simple telephone wire connections versus ISDN connections.
 
Ask your Internet Service Provider if there is a limit on the duration of time you can stay connected to the Internet.  Try to find a provider that does not impose a limit, as a limit involves the provider automatically terminating your connection at the end of the proscribed period.
 
It is important to note that you need to install a protective firewall if using a cable connection. A firewall is hardware or software designed to block unauthorized entry to your internal systems from the Internet or other connections.  A cable-based Internet connection is necessary since a cable connection keeps your systems perpetually signed on to the Internet.