Are you about to take the plunge into the turbulent world of the gig economy? Do you want to make sure that you do so equipped with the technical systems that can help make your journey easier - and grow with you as you scale your business? In this unique guide to all things technology for freelancers and small businesses, technology writer Daniel Rosehill runs through the various technical systems you might require during your initial years in business - but which you might feel a bit confused about to even know which questions to ask.Starting with a good internet connection, through to web hosting, and including the various Software as a Service (SaaS) and cloud tools needed to handle everything from marketing yourself to prospects to putting together your first invoice, this guide runs through the whole variety of tools and features needed to prime your small business or freelance operation for both scalability and success.This guide, which is at once technical and accessible, should provide a good roadmap for any aspiring freelancer that wants to take technology seriously and plans to serve as their own I.T. department during their initial years in business - or even beyond.Topics covered: web hosting and domain management; cloud computing and SaaS; serverside scripts and open source software; backups, data protection, and disaster recovery; cybersecurity, encryption, and digital anonymity; emerging technology trends.