Many small businesses wonder why and how they should integrate the Internet into their business. Let us take away all the uncertainties and guesswork. We've done all the research for you! We have performed extensive research on the importance and the impact the Internet is having on the small business community. The following is just a sampling of facts that we'd like to share:

• 78 percent (projected), or 5.9 million, of all U.S. small businesses are connected to the Internet in 2001. eMarketer

• Two-thirds of all small businesses, and approximately 85 percent of small business computer owners, report having Internet access, and more than half of those now have a Web site. Dun & Bradstreet's Small Business Survey 2002

• 57 percent of small businesses said their Web site has provided at least a 100 percent return on investment. Verizon SuperPages.com's Third Annual Small Business Internet Survey

• 66 percent have integrated the Internet as a tool to help them run their businesses. American Express

• 61 percent say that Internet usage positively impacts the bottom line. Survey conducted by Lewis, Mobilio & Associates for Homestead Technologies, Inc.

• 58 percent said their Web site has played an important role in the success of their small business. Survey conducted by Lewis, Mobilio & Associates for Homestead Technologies, Inc.

• 77 percent agree that a Web site is a "must have" for small business. Survey conducted by Lewis, Mobilio & Associates for Homestead Technologies, Inc.

• 85 percent would also advise other small business owners to have a Web site in 2002. Survey conducted by Lewis, Mobilio & Associates for Homestead Technologies, Inc.

• 51 percent viewing the Internet as more cost-effective than other marketing methods. Survey conducted by Lewis, Mobilio & Associates for Homestead Technologies, Inc.

• 60 percent said they wish they had built a Web site for their business sooner. Survey conducted by Lewis, Mobilio & Associates for Homestead Technologies, Inc.