This book shows you the practical side of a flexible work force enabled by computer networking. It includes examinations of successful pilot telecommuting programs, identification of key applications and networks, and current hardware, software, and telecommunications technologies supporting participants. Equipment, information service providers, and future trends are also discussed.
Demand Characteristics. Communications Links and Applications of Home Agents, Marketing Telecommuters, and Technical Telecommuters. Supply Side - Current and Emerging Communication Services. Application-Level Solutions. Implications for the Demand and Supply Sides.