Assignment 3

1.
Proxy bidding will automatically bid for you each time you’re outbid. You set a maximum amount, and it will automatically add one more dollar on the current high bid until your maximum amount. That will be more convenient. It is unnecessary for user to wait in front of computer and user can control their budget.

2.
A. Search for misspelled items to find a bargain price.
B. If you enter correct spelling for an item, and it will search eBay using multiple misspelled variants at once.

3.
You win the bid on eBay and receive the item. But the seller used the stolen credit card to buy your item on different website. And using your address. So you may be arrest for the illegal behavior. So to prevent this situation, never use wire transfer to pay and if receive the item which is in a box from Amazon. You should contact Amazon and eBay to explain.

4.
Virtual credit card is a good way to prevent hackers. Some bank’s cardholder can purchase items on line without real card number. The cardholder can log into the ShpoSafe page and enter the limit amount. It will generate a unique and temporary number for you. So you can use it to purchase items on line.