The Internet is everywhere and is causing profound changes in the way we gather and exchange information. If you are not using the Internet on a daily basis you are missing out on a tremendous resource. As very fast broadband connections become more available and cost less, the Internet will become an integral part of every office and home.
Lower cost means greater use.
Since Broadband connections are persistent or always on connections you can use the Internet much more easily than you can when you need make sure a phone line is available to allow you dial up with your modem. That ease of use is the key to expansion of the Internet. Broadband makes every aspect of your net experience better but for lawyers it creates an opportunity to actually practice law in a virtual space. I know many lawyers now who spend a substantial part of their productive time working over the Internet. Some spend a day or two a week working in that fashion.