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Gomez Best Web Guide 2001

Gomez Best of the Web Guide, 2001 - Discover the Best Sites for: Brokers, Auctions, Books, Gifts, Electronics, Health Information, and Much More!
Mark Baven
Manufacturer: Prima Lifestyles
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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What better way to avoid holiday crowds than shopping on the Web? But with so many choices out there, how do you know if you're buying from a reputable dealer or some fly-by-night operation that'll make off with your credit card number and never be heard from again? The Official Best of the Web Shopping Guide 2001 aims to put your mind at rest with its thorough rating system and practical suggestions for how to find your best online shopping experience.

Each of the 16 chapters discuses a separate type of item; from auctions and apparel to videos and vitamins, you'll find everything covered thoroughly. Between five and 15 sellers are rated under every category, with overall scores tied to customer service, return policy, ease of use, variety offered, and price in relation to value. Simple shaded score charts in each chapter provide the seller's overall score, and the page number where you'll find a lengthier review that discusses each site's strengths and weaknesses. To help you decide which of the sites is best for you, each chapter also provides a list of questions to ask yourself in order to determine what type of experience you require. If you're a regular buyer who likes personal assistance, one site may be better for your shopping than the impersonal giant that happens to offer better prices. On the other hand, if price is your top concern, better avoid the pricier boutiques, even if they offer free gift wrap.

What you won't find here are special or unique sites you've never heard of. From Toys R Us to Charles Schwab (and, of course, Amazon.com), the sites listed here tend to be biggies that have been around for a few years, with established reputations and familiar products or services. If you're hunting for a helpful guide to reputable online retailers, this is an excellent choice. --Jill Lightner

Book Description

If shopping on the Internet is so easy, then why is it so difficult to find what you need quickly? Thousands of Web sites may offer the same products or services, but without the right information, it's not easy to tell which sites to use and which to avoid.

For reliable online-buying advice, look no further. The Gómez Best of the Web Guide, 2001, cuts through the online clutter to help you seek out the best, most secure sites the Web has to offer. Gómez's industry segment and e-commerce experts evaluate thousands of Web sites using objective criteria to create Scorecards that rate and rank the strengths and weaknesses of each. Whether you're looking for a new broker or a used car, a DVD player or a pair of shoes, you'll discover the Internet secrets to help you:

Secure your credit card transactions online
Find great deals and discounts
Get prompt and friendly customer service
Uncover great sites you never knew existed
And much more!

Made for easy reference while you shop online, the Gómez Best of the Web Guide, 2001, is the ultimate resource for anyone who wants choices, safety, and reliability on the Internet.

Discover the Best Sites for:
Brokers
Auctions
Books
Gifts
Electronics
Health Information
And Much More!

Customer Reviews:

Good stuff.......2000-10-12

I wish I'd thought of it! A book that shows you which are the best Web sites -- I always thought it would be great to flip through paper pages to research online sites. After a couple of days with this, I already feel like an e-commerce expert.

Great Reference Guide.......2000-10-12

I found this book easy to use (especially for an Internet beginner like me). I bought it last week and am using it as a reference guide (not sure it would be much fun as a straight read) to start my holiday shopping online. It's fun to be part of my children's generation using this technology (and they can't believe how much I know now because of the help this book provides :)

Gomez provides a level of confidence for online consumers.......2000-10-10

Gomez has always provided a wealth of information online about e-commerce, and the quality of their sites. Here they provide a more indepth look at these sites for those who still like their information printed on paper.

I found the book provided me with easy access to information about where to invest, bank, and buy online. As we try to wade through the overwhelming number of consumer sites online this is a must have.

I found this book extremely helpful.......2000-10-10

I picked up a copy because I loved the job Gomez.com does rating web sites. I am a relative newcomer to the internet (about 6 months) and this book does a good job giving a general overview of different types of sites and some really helpful tips on how to shop and invest online. I highly recommend it.

Gomez Best Web Guide 2001.......2000-10-09

Gomez Best web has done all the work for me. It is easy to read and look up information that I do not have time to do myself. Gomez has taken selected industries and focused on them. They are providing the essential information important to consumers. Thanks!

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