Grade 9- Computer - Summary Sheet
Prepared by Mrs. Iman Sahouli
Module 3 E-Commerce and Cybersecurity - Summary
Task 1: E-commerce
E-commerce is a term used to described any kind of business transaction made on the internet.
A common example of e-commerce is online shopping.
In this task we will cover the advantages and disadvantages of e-commerce and we will study
the different kinds of e-commerce models.
Advantages and disadvantages
There are many pros and cons in the e-commerce world, however for the purpose of our class
the following ones are the important ones:
Advantage
It provides a detailed description of the
product.
Disadvantage
Customers must wait to receive what they
ordered.
E-commerce models
Business-to-Business (B2B)
Business to Consumer (B2C)
Consumer to Consumer (C2C)
Electronic business exchange from a business
to another business. Example: Alibaba
wholesales.
Companies sell their goods directly to the
customer. Example: H&M Online store.
Consumers trade goods. Example: Noon,
Amazon
Grade 9- Computer - Summary Sheet
Prepared by Mrs. Iman Sahouli
Task 2: Online Transactions
Online transactions involve an electronic payment. An electronic transaction is paying for
goods/services on the Internet.
Credit Cards and Debit Cards
One of the most important and used payment method online is the use of credit cards and
debit cards. Since these cards were introduced to the e-payment system it has made things a
lot easier for many consumers and businesses. One of the greatest advantages of credit cards
and debit cards online is that they payment is processed instantly.
Mobile Payment:
A mobile payment is defined as paying for goods or services through a mobile device.
E-commerce technologies:
E-commerce technologies are crucial in the development of the e-commerce methods. These
technologies help make sure that e-commerce is up to date with the fast-changing technology
around the world.
Examples of e-commerce technologies include:
o Electronic funds transfer
o E-Marketing
o Inventory Management
Apple Pay:
Apple Pay is Apple’s mobile payment service. It allows consumers to pay at stores online or in
person using their mobile devices or electronic watches.
Scam and warning signs
Although online transaction is very convenient and allow for instant transactions, it also implies
that some scammers will take advantage of consumers. Unfortunately, online transactions are
not secure and internet fraud exist. There are some warning signs to look for when making an
online transaction, some signs include: big unusual discounts and poorly designed
website/grammar errors.