Answer to Question #216706 in Computer Networks for Loui

Question

1. What are the benefits of web-based e-mail services, like those offered by Yahoo! and MSN, for home
users? Why are companies unlikely to use these services for business purposes? Explain in details with references. (50 marks)

Answer 1

The huge advantage of web-based email is that there’s nothing to install, and your email is available on any internet-connected computer at any time. The service providers also provide sufficient storage for.

Companies are unlikely to use web based e-mail services because they are vulnerable to viruses which can be sent as attatchments. Another reason is to avoid unsolicited mails which can be avoided by buying a firewall which will incure extra expenditure.