Setting-Up Internet Rental business Internet is a global network connecting millions of computers, a massive network of networks, a networking infrastructure.

Any computer can communicate with any other computer as long as they are both connected to the Internet. Information that travels over the Internet does so via a variety of languages known as protocols. I. Estimated Investment Requirements in PHP (2007 data) Update: March 27, 2009 The prices of PC hardware and software move quite fast in a span of just a few months, hence the cost estimation below may no longer applicable today. Please check suppliers for the latest pricing. Hardware:

25,000 Pc Server (1) 180,000 Workstation (9) 15,000 Laser printer (1) 3,000 Inkjet printer (1) 3,000 Scanner (1) 3,200 Others 229,200 Total

Software:

5,000 Windows OS 3,500 Anti-virus/adwares 2,000 Others 10,500 Total

Direct Costs:

2,000 supplies and materials 1,500 Telephone 3,500 Internet (ISP/DSL) 7,000 Total

Indirect Costs:

9,900 Labor (330/day x 30)

3,000 Water/Electricity 700 Contingencies 13,600 Total

II. Services to Offer and Pricing

30,000 Internet (20/hr x 5 x 30 days x10 PC) 400 Encoding (8/pg x 50 pgs/month) 1,500 Printing (5/pg x 300 pgs/month) 200 Scanning (10/scan x 20 scan/month) 32,100 Total

III. Other Negotiable Services:

Web Designing (by contract) Desktop publications (e.g., calling cards, invitations, etc.) Food, coffee, beverages and drinks Other computer-related services

IV. Service Procedures Online business must have a network connection or connectivity between your computer and the Internet, a network, or another computer. A network is a group of computer systems that are connected together. Sometimes a computer is connected to a local area network, or LAN. A LAN connects computer systems that are close together, such as that in one room or on one floor of a building. A server controls most of the networks. With Network Connections, you can gain access to network resources and functionality, whether you are physically located at the location of the network or in a remote location. Small Internet & Computer Services Business should have PC Server and PC Clients. Server a computer that carries out clients requests. It is the main computer or device on a network that manages network resources and handling network files, printers, database and other devices. Servers are often dedicated, meaning that they perform no other tasks besides their server tasks. Client is an application that runs on a personal computer or workstation and relies on a server to perform some operations. There are different network connection types. The most commonly used by Small Internet Cafe Business are DSL connections or broadband provided by

ISP companies. Some are still using Dial-Up connections with subscription plans. Hardware Requirements for Network Connections Depending on your configuration, you may need some or all of the following hardware: 1. Network adapter with a Network Driver Interface Specification (NDIS) driver for LAN connectivity; 2. One or more compatible modems and an available COM port. A 28.8k or 56k modem or ISDN adapter (if you are using an ISDN line); 3. DSL or Cable Modem, typically connected to an Ethernet network adapter; 4. Analog telephone line; and 5. A multi-port hub/adapter, which may improve performance for multiple connections. Selecting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) An Internet Service Provider (ISP) is a company which provides Internet access to other companies or individuals. An ISP maintains connections to other networks and ISPs, acting as a router for Internet traffic between a customers computer and any other machine also connected to the Internet anywhere else in the world. ISPs can provide access to the Internet in many ways. Most ISPs in the country are into subscription plans and provide good packages for home use and small businesses. Where to Register your Internet Cafe? Business Name: For Single Proprietorship Department of Trade & Industry (DTI) Trade and Industry Building 361 Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City Tel. No.: 751.3190; 7510.384 loc. 2124 Validity: 5 years Requirements:

Accomplished Business Name Registration Form [Single Proprietorship/Partnership (Optional)]; 2 pcs. 22 colored ID Picture; Tax Identification Number (TIN) (Optional); List of five business names ranked according to preference; and Registration fee of Php315.00

Mayors Permit Local municipality where the business is located Validity: 1 year Requirements:

Accomplished Business Permit Application Form; DTI Business Name Certificate; Sketch of the business location; 2 pcs. 22 colored ID Picture; and Registration fee depends on the type of the business.

Tax Identification Number (TIN) Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) National Office, Diliman, Quezon City Requirements:

Accomplish Form 1901; Mayors Permit; and Registration Fee of P500.00

Other Registering Agencies: DOLE, SSS source: business.gov.ph, photo from digitalbattle.com