Tech for Telecommuters; Work from home without looking like it

The mobile workforce is expected to grow to 1.2 billion people (one-third of the existing global workforce) by 2013, according to IDC Research. For those of us who work from home or know someone who does, it's easy to see why. This article presents tips on how you can be sure you're presenting a top-notch, professional image by replacing inadequate consumer technologies with affordable tools designed specifically for those working in small or home offices. They include: 1. Portray a big company image with a virtual phone service that routes calls for you. 2. Replace the fax machine with an Internet fax service. 3. Be present via video. 4. Move applications and services online.