M.Comm. / The main aim of this study is to provide an insight on how businesses can use the Internet to enhance their existing business operations. Towards this aim, there are the following secondary aims. Explaining what the Internet can and cannot do, and the tools required. Identifying the current risks involved with the Internet and their impact on business. Providing a possible strategy to follow when planning on using the Internet for business. The output of this study should provide clear guidelines to any South African organisation on why they should utilise, or alternatively, avoid the Internet.