REGISTER NOW TO FILE 2001 W-2s ELECTRONICALLY.

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Filing over the Internet is available for employers or CPAs who use Social Security's Magnetic Media Reporting and Electronic Filing requirements format.

If you use this format and register for a personal identification number and password, you can enjoy tax year 2001 electronic filing advantages such as:

* An additional month to submit wage reports (April 1, 2002);

* More time to spot errors before submission (fewer W-2Cs);

* Electronic confirmation of receipt (Form W-3 data);

* The opportunity to test wage report accuracy before submission;

* Ability to track status of wage report processing;

* A fast, accurate and less expensive filing method; and

* Paperless filing.

To register, go to Social Security's employer Web site at www.ssa.gov/employer/esohome.htm. Select...