ISY homework

PART I: Short Response Questions

 

Directions:Please provide detailed and elaborate responses to the following questions.  Your responses should include examples from the reading assignments, if possible.  Your answer to each question should be at least 300 words in length and utilize APA guidelines.

 

1.      Give two reasons why it is important to upgrade your browser when a new version becomes available.

 

2.      Compare and contrast POP e-mail to Web-based e-mail systems in terms of control, security, and accessibility.

 

3.      How is e-commerce different from traditional retailing?  What are some distinguishing features of digital markets and digital goods?  What is your experience in purchasing online?  Do you prefer to shop online or via a traditional outlet?  Why?

 

4.      How is the Internet changing the economics of information and business models?  Name and describe one business model for e-commerce.  What is the difference between pure-play Internet and clicks-and-mortar business models?

 

 

Part II: Short response

 

What aspects of your online activities could you change to become more secure, more private, or more efficient? What do you have to give up to get these benefits? Is it worth it to you? Incorporate your thoughts in a one-page summary.

 

 

PART III: Essay Question

 

Directions: In a paper of at least 2 to 3 pages in length, please respond to the following questions.  Be sure to utilize APA guidelines. 

 

Many of us have become accustomed to electronic payment systems.  These systems will continue to increase as businesses and banks present more opportunities to use them.  In your own words, please compose a response to each of the following prompts:

 

·         Name and describe various categories of e-commerce.

·         Compare and contrast electronic payment systems.  Which type do you use most often?  Which type is most applicable for organizations you interact with regularly?

 

·         Explain how Internet technology supports business-to-business e-commerce.