I basically agree with the author, because: 1) as he says, with slightly faster computers, for more and more applications the speed will not be an issue. 2) In

I basically agree with the author, because: 1) as he says, with slightly faster computers, for more and more applications the speed will not be an issue. 2) Internet connection will be more common in the future (my prediction) 3) Even if you don't have Internet connection temporarily, you can work offline (google gears technology) and sync when you connect. The advantages are: 1) Your data are online, so accessible from any computer without additional work. 2) The software itself is online, no need to install/maintain it.