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Are you interested in starting an online business? By trading online you can save time and money, reduce your overheads and reach a much wider market. And you make it easier for your customers to do business with you.
- Get connected
There are a number of useful guides, information and resources to help you get your online business connected. - Secure your website
If your business is connected to the internet, it’s your responsibility to protect your business data and information against unwanted intruders. Find out how what to consider when securing your website to protect your online business from security threats, viruses and fraud. - IT Training
Learning how to use your computer and its software packages will maximise the effectiveness of your new website. - Buying & selling online
Setting up an e-commerce system on your website or joining an e-marketplace can help you increase your customers within Australia, and help your business expand overseas. - Legal & consumer obligations
The legal aspects of e-business are all about managing risks. It is important to ensure your website contains accurate information that complies with current law. Good online business practices will also encourage customers to come back to your website.- Intellectual property
Various intellectual property issues will arise with respect to your e-business. - Privacy
The Privacy Act 1988 regulates the way that businesses can collect, use, keep secure and disclose personal information. - Spam
Spam is electronic junk mail – unwanted messages sent to your email account or mobile phone. It can be a costly and inconvenient nuisance to your business.
- Intellectual property
- Get connected in your state or territory
Useful guides, information or resources in your state or territory to get your online business connected. - IT training in your state or territory
Useful guides, information or resources in your state or territory on specific IT training for your online business. - Online scams
Protect your online business from scams. How to protect your small business over the internet and what you need to be aware of online. - Security & fraud in your state or territory
Useful guides, information or resources in your state or territory to help you protect your online business.