In
relation to what was mentioned previously, we can
see that the Internet makes it particularly easy
to find and buy things. I think this is primarily
because of the anonymity and instantaneous gratification
that is available while shopping online (all you
need to key in is your credit card number). People
can even buy and items that they cannot find in
their own country. It's likely to become a much
bigger problem because, as Internet connection speed
increases, there will be ways to store your financial
data in your computer so you won't have to re-enter
your info each time you order, so you can click
a button and instantly order. It's going to make
the Home Shopping Network look like an independently
owned business.
Gamblers would also start to log
on to the Internet and gamble in online casinos
and need not dress up appropriately and drive all
the way to real casinos to gamble. They can also
save the hassle of going to betting booths to bet
on soccer matches and etc. as they can create an
account in betting websites with their credit card
and use the account to place their bets. Online
gambling offers other advantages, including the
ability to play whenever the mood strikes and also
play anywhere where there is Internet connection.