Research and Development
eCommerce Guide:
A review of online shopping carts and payments systems for building an e-commerce website.
Download: eCommerce Guide [pdf]
| Table of Contents | Page |
|---|---|
| What Is E-Commerce | 2 |
| Who Handles Electronic Payments? | 2 |
| How E-Commerce Works | 2 |
| The Benefits of E-Commerce | 3 |
| Required Documentation | 3 |
| Basic Setup Requirements | 3 |
| Registering a Domain Name | 4 |
| Selecting a Host Provider for the Website | 4 |
| Acquiring an Internet Merchant Account | 4 |
| Purchasing an SSL certificate | 5 |
| Basics of Shopping Cart Software | 5 |
| Shopping Cart Options | 6 |
| Payment Gateways & Payment Processors | 7 |
| Vendor Services & Fee Comparison Chart | 9 |
| Checklist | 10 |
| Consumer Protection Resources | 11 |
| Glossary & References | 12 |
eCommerce Guide: Online Payment Systems
