E-Commerce Chapter 1

What is the primary distinction between e-commerce and e-business?

• E-commerce includes internal processes, while e-business involves external transactions.

• E-commerce involves transactions across organizational boundaries, while e-business focuses on internal digital processes.

• E-business requires mobile apps, while e-commerce uses only the web.

• E-commerce is limited to B2C, while e-business includes B2B.

Which of the following is NOT one of the eight unique features of e-commerce technology?

• Ubiquity

• Information Density

• Centralized Control

• Personalization

What does "marketspace" refer to in e-commerce?

• A physical marketplace for digital goods.

• A marketplace extended beyond traditional boundaries, accessible anytime/anywhere.

• A government-regulated online trading platform.

• A social media platform for business promotions.

Which revenue model involves charging fees for enabling transactions, as seen with eBay?

• Advertising Revenue Model

• Subscription Revenue Model

• Transaction Fee Revenue Model

• Affiliate Revenue Model

What is a key advantage of universal standards in e-commerce?

• Higher advertising costs for businesses.

• Reduced market entry and search costs for merchants and consumers.

• Limited global reach due to standardized protocols.

• Increased need for localized technology adaptations.

Which type of e-commerce involves platforms like eBay or mudah.com.my?

• B2B

• B2C

• C2C

• M-commerce

What is the primary ethical concern addressed by the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)?

• Regulating social media content.

• Protecting intellectual property by prohibiting circumvention of digital protections.

• Ensuring universal internet access.

• Governing mobile app development.

Which of the following is an example of the advertising revenue model?

• Netflix charging monthly subscription fees.

• Yahoo displaying banner ads for fees.

• Amazon selling products directly.

• MyPoints earning referral fees.

What does "ubiquity" in e-commerce imply?

• Limited access to internet services.

• Availability of internet technology everywhere, anytime.

• Exclusive use of desktop computers for transactions.

• Geographic restrictions on online shopping.

Which of the following is a social issue related to e-commerce?

• Patent infringement lawsuits.

• Balancing intellectual property protection with public access.

• Server maintenance costs.

• Mobile app design standards.