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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prices of PC hardware and software move quite fast in a span of just a few months, hence the cost estimation below may no longer applicable today.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 those 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 customer’s 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. 2×2 colored ID Picture;
• Tax Identification Number (TIN) (Optional);
• List of five business names ranked according to preference; and
• Registration fee of Php315.00

Mayor’s 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. 2×2 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;
• Mayor’s Permit; and
• Registration Fee of P500.00

Other Registering Agencies: DOLE, SSS

source: business.gov.ph, photo from digitalbattle.com

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