Electronic Commerce
The popularity of electronic commerce, or selling goods and services over the Internet, has increased exponentially in recent years. Since this has become such an important topic in today's world, here are some sites to explain this new phenomenon as well as some examples of e-commerce sites.
- The
Center for Research in Electronic Commerce site explains
what electronic commerce is, why its different from other
technologies, why it is an important new concept for both
consumers and retail businesses.
- The ABCs
of E-Commerce by Virtual Promote explains the benefits of
having an e-commerce web site as well as describing what issues
you need to consider when you are planning for your
e-commerce site.
- Planning For the Perfect Online Store describes the characteristics of well-made electronic commerce sites.
Examples of E-Commerce Sites
- Amazon.com - This electronic store revolutionized the way people buy books.
- Ebay - A hugely popular site that allows people to conduct online auctions of personal items.
- CDNow - A leading seller of music compact disks online.
- Virtual Vineyards - Sells wine from many smaller vintners.
- Priceline - Allows you to name your price for plane tickets, hotel stays, groceries, gasoline and more.
- Bluefly - Apparel, shoes, accessories, and housewares. Up to 75% off and the ability to make your own catalog.
- Outletmall - Apparel, shoes and beauty products.
- CyberShop - Housewares, electronics, luggage, jewelry, toys, and apparel.