Using David Leonard's article, "Using the Web for Graduate Courses in Technical Communication with Distant Learners," as a point of departure, this paper examines variations of Leonard's four factors that contribute to the success of a Web-based course in light of an online Introduction to Technical Writing course designed and taught by the author. The paper considers issues of instructor/student interactions in the online classroom, online classroom instructors, technology and technical support, and a supportive administration. It finds that online technology can be integrated into an introductory technical writing course and function as a positive force in that course. (NKA)