Krista McCormick
SLM 521
Elective 6 –
Online Shopping
6/7/05
Experience
Online Shopping!
Online shopping can be a convenient way to buy items you need when you don’t have time to get to the mall. From jewelry, to DVD players, to golf equipment, to diapers, you can find whatever you need online. You can even get a last minute gift certificate that can be printed on the spot on your own printer. Shop around to try to find great bargains and free shipping. The following chart shows 5 methods of online shopping and examples of each type of shopping site. Be sure to read the security tips beneath the table!
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Method |
Descriptions |
Suggested Sites |
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Comparison
Shopping |
Allows you to
compare prices for the same item at multiple online stores. Some also rate the stores for customer
satisfaction. |
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Auctions |
Allows you to
buy and sell anything under the sun. You bid for items. On some sites you can
buy items outright. |
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Surplus,
Clearance, Bargains |
Some online
stores carry only clearance items. Some items are popular brand names. Some
are not. |
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Store sites have
a section specifically for sale or clearance items that you may browse
through. |
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Gift
Certificates |
Buy an online
gift certificate for your next gift.
The recipient goes to the web site and then chooses from a list of
online stores to redeem it. |
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Wishlists |
Use the site to
shop for gifts for yourself and register them on your wish list. Friends and family can use the site to buy
you the gifts you really want. |