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telecommuting
Last modified: Tuesday, May 12, 2009
A term coined by Jack Nilles in the early 1970s to describe a geographically dispersed office where workers can work at home on a computer and transmit data and documents to a central office via telephone lines. A major argument in favor of telecommuting over vehicular commuting is that it does not produce air pollution. In addition, many people are more productive working at home than in an office. For others, however, the contrary holds true.
Gil Gordon Associates page This page features several links to information on telecommuting, teleworking and alternative officing. Some links of interest include: news, publications, FAQs, conferences, geographical resource listings, and equipment and service providers.
International TAC Home page for the International Teleworking Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the economic, social and environmental benefits of teleworking. The site includes links to many resources, committee and membership information, and FAQs.
Pacific Bell's Telecommuting Guide This table of contents page provides links to sections on start-up, management, telecommuting work habits, and technology.
