The document discusses the role of networks in enabling e-commerce and the information superhighway or I-way. It describes how the I-way allows sharing of information globally using technologies like satellite, fiber optics, and cellular networks. Large alliances between communication, entertainment and information sectors are needed due to the large resource requirements to build the I-way infrastructure. The I-way has changed how businesses market, advertise and sell products and services by providing a high-speed global communications network.