History of e-commerce:
E-commerce is the buying and selling of goods and services, over an electronic network, mainly the Internet. Over the centuries technology has improved thus making it easier to do that hand-to-hand trading.
Importance of being informed
Before purchasing something online it is important to know what you are buying. These purchases are seen as an investment and have different categories which they can be divided into, such as: higher quality investments, safe investments, money saving investments, ethical investments and responsible investments. (The Independent Institute of Education, 2015)
If one does not know what they are buying this could lead to a loss of finances and receiving of inferior quality products.
Plagiarism guidelines
-Ensure you know the correct citation styles.
- Develop suitable research and writing skills.
- Know the difference between paraphrasing and quotations.
- Make sure to reference photos and pictures.
-Being aware of creative commons.
(The Independent Institute of Education, 2015)
Online Auctions and tips
- Know the specific auction rules pertaining to that site.
- Ensure you know the protection procedures.
- Make sure you know who the seller is and some information about them.
-Determine with the goods being bought comes with warranty.
-Know who is responsible for the shipping and delivery of goods purchased
-Know sellers return policy.
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