Is shopping online safe?

FrankCott

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As the demand and usage for online shopping increases, so does the demand, products and services of online security companies. Take Paypal as an example, many people dont realise this but they are actually an online security company - because if their business wasnt security then they wouldnt be the size that they are. People shop with Paypal because it's safe.

Really good example, I used paypal all the time when I made payment to an online service.
 
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Really good example, I used paypal all the time when I made payment to an online service.

I read an in-depth interview with one of the founders and he discussed the development of Paypal from growth through to a global business. Really interesting, completely changed my perspective - in a positive way
 
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FrankCott

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I read an in-depth interview with one of the founders and he discussed the development of Paypal from growth through to a global business. Really interesting, completely changed my perspective - in a positive way

Could you send me that interview please, I really fancy about the system Paypal made.
Not copying but I want to create some sort of similar transaction method.
Thanks
 
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Could you send me that interview please, I really fancy about the system Paypal made.
Not copying but I want to create some sort of similar transaction method.
Thanks

The interview was in a book I bought, here's the link: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Founders-Work-Stories-Startups-Early/dp/1590597141

They dont talk in-depth about their system, only the lengths they went to to prevent over companies knowing what they were doing in order to maintain such a strong USP and competitive advantage. Very interesting book, give it a shot
 
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FrankCott

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I think its always a worry for people when shopping online whether or not the website can be trusted i always worry that if i find something for a good price is it because its fake and am i going to get ripped off. you have to make sure that on any website or comparison sites that they are using SSL certificates while order processing and also check for the little padlock..and if it seems to good to be true its because it usually is...

Dont let it stop you shopping and comparing prices though just be savvy about your credit card details...
 
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There are two pros and different problems
Benefits: save time searching for products
Cons: the customer will be disadvantaged if the object encountered scams take advantage of brand names to make money, problems in dealing with the risks of payment.
There should be 3rd party safety certification of the percentage of transactions online.
 
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peterbirganza

Online sales are becoming a more and more and more popular business mode. Especially in jewelry area. Many people may worried how safe it is to pay online and how to ensure receiving a quality product, or even time for delivery.How reliable is it to shop online? Are you sure or not with your major suppliers?
Hi,
In this fast moving age when dealings are based on online system so it`s not strange to send money online. System has been generated so well that chances of risk are very low. So there is no harm in my point of view to send or receive online money transfer.
 
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allistin225

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The Online sales are becoming a more and more and more popular business mode. Especially in jewelry area. Many people may worried how safe it is to pay online and how to ensure receiving a quality product, or even time for delivery. Are you sure or not with your major suppliers?

thanks
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