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Definition of

electronic commerce

E-Commerce

business conducted electronically, especially via Internet the exchange of goods, information products, or services via an electronic medium such as the Internet. Originally limited to buying and selling, it has evolved to include such functions as customer service, marketing, and advertising.

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Definitions of ’electronic commerce’ and meaning of ’electronic commerce’ are from the book publication, QFINANCE – The Ultimate Resource, © 2009 Bloomsbury Information Ltd. Find definitions for ’electronic commerce’ and other financial terms with our online QFINANCE Financial Dictionary.

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