Tracy Bell

SLM 521

Elective #1

Online Shopping

Method	Description	Suggested Sites
Browsing	Do you have hours to spare? These sites are great if there is a specific item to purchase or you just enjoy looking at all of the neat stuff out there.	Walmart Target
Comparison Shopping	Shoppers are able to search millions of products and compare prices on items from computers to jewelry. The sites rate the products and give let you know up front what shipping/tax will be.	Shopping.com BizRate
Gift Certificates	Excellent sites for purchasing gift certificates from all over the world in any amount from 100s of merchants.	Gift Certificates 1800 Gift Certificate
Gift Giving	These sites are great for gift giving. They both offer personalization and unique gifts for any occasion and for person.	Red Envelope Harry and David
Wish Lists	These sites allow the shopper to make wish lists of items they desire to purchase at a later date.	Barnes and Noble Toys R Us

Security Tips

Always use a secure browser. Make sure that a lock symbol is at the bottom of the screen (Internet Explorer).

Always create a password for the site that is not easily figured out. Never use your birth date, phone number, address or pets name.