Online shopping

Online Shopping

1-      Define online shopping.

Online shopping or e-shopping is a form of electronic commerce which allows consumers to directly buy goods or services from a seller over the Internet using a web browser. Alternative names are: e-web-store, e-shop, e-store, Internet shop, web-shop, web-store, online store, online storefront and virtual store.

2-    Identify the pros and cons of online shopping for customers.

Pros:)        

1.        Save Time & Hassle - Shop online and there’s no need to leave the house!

2.       Save Gas - Shopping online means no gas required.

3.       The Ability To Price Compare - When you’re shopping online, you can simply search the item and find the best price instantly.

4.       Shop 24/7.

5.       Unlimited Sizes/ Options.

6.       No pushy sales people.

7.       Customer Reviews.

Cons:)

1.        Shipping Costs.

2.       Wait Time – you have to wait for a day or two to receive your new purchase.

3.       Can’t Try It On.

4.       Payment Insecurities – you might be stolen, so be careful!

5.       Damage - When you’re dealing with shipping, damage is always a possibility.

3-    Describe how online shopping operates.

1.        Decide which online shop to use.

2.       Browsing product categories.

3.       Using the virtual shopping basket.

4.       Going to the checkout.

4-   Identify the security issues.

The major threats of e-commerce include; unauthorized access by fraudsters, sale of fake products, and impersonation among others. However, these can be prevented through usage of authenticated and encrypted internet connections.