SmallBusinessNewz

If you've already got a website (and are happy with it), congrats.  Yet anyone who either doesn't have a website or isn't satisfied with his (or her) current setup is encouraged to give Office Live Small Business a look.

Now, although we've covered this topic before, we're not saying that you should risk the success of your entire business on Microsoft's product.  Just - if you like - give it a try.  Microsoft's Small Business Blog provides a few reasons why.

"Want a completely free website?  Up to 100 free email accounts?  Free online business applications to help you get started?  All you have to do is register today," it states.

As for perception that Microsoft isn't too accepting of unusual hard- and software, "[I]ncluded free with Office Live Small Business is full Firefox 2.0 support for PC and Mac, an easy-to-use Website Designer tool or use html/3rd party design tools, Outlook Connector for offline synching of email, calendar, contacts & tasks, Mobile access to email, calendar and contacts from Windows-Powered SmartPhones or PocketPCs and even a Solutions Packager for Web designers."

Once again, we know there are alternatives.  But these new, free features seemed worth a mention, and with any luck, they will at least provide you with a solid option.