Introduction:

Capitalism has always been an integral part of the United States economy. Entrepreneurs and businesses are one of the key components of this system. Because of advancements in technology, businesses are able to expand and grow bigger than ever before.

The most convenient and helpful tool that has been used by entrepreneurs is the internet. The internet has enabled business to access millions of people as well as share countless amounts of information. The internet has also given people opportunities to be the boss and run their own companies.

Entrepreneurs and the internet have had a very special relationship since the internet was publicized. This was called the commercialization of the internet. This symbiotic cohesivness has been mutually beneficial to both entities. Entrepreneurs have the capability to reach thousands of potential customers in a matter of seconds. Information that would have taken many weeks to gather can now be found by the click of a button. Products of any kind can be purchased from the web, and social websites such as facebook and twitter have been created to provide a social aspect to the internet.

How do businesses utilize the internet?

Businesses utilize the internet in many different ways. In fact, businesses are so diverse that each one uses the internet in a different way.

• marketing
• products
• services
• layout
• focus/approach
• social networking
• etc.

These subjects can all be different depending on the business.

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Entrepreneurs and their Relationships with the Internet