E-Commerce

Chapter 1: The Internet and E-Commerce

BusinessWeek Activities

Future Trends – Satellite Broadband Services

Using the Internet, and starting at BusinessWeek.com, research the trends in satellite broadband services. Find out the following information:

• How it works
• Equipment needed
• Two companies that currently provide service
• Monthly cost for home and business

Explain how you think the satellite broadband service may or may not affect e-commerce.

Then, divide into groups of three or four. Imagine the future of e-commerce. Brainstorm ideas and share them with the class.