Online shopping

Q1- 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.

 

Q2- Identify the pros and cons for both businesses and customers.
Pros:                                                       cons:
1. Saves Time                                              1. Shipping Costs
2. Price Comparisons                                 2. Lack of Instant Gratification
3. Saves Fuel                                               3. Defective Items      
4. Larger Inventory                                    4. Personal Data

 

Q3- Describe the online shopping process.
1.        Decide which online shop to use.
2.       Browsing product categories.
3.       Using the virtual shopping basket.
4.       Going to the checkout.

 

Q4- 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.