We use the most commmon method of processing internet sales. That method is using what is referred to as a shopping cart routine. This term is a metaphor for the grocery shopping cart, in that while you are browsing a web site, you can place items in your cart just as you would in your grocery store cart. In normal english, the way this works is that when the user enters the web store, a unique tracking number is assigned to them. As the user moves from page to page, the number is retained through the programming and as items are selected for purchase, they are tracked using that number. As long as the user remains within the web store, the data is retained. The user may choose to leave the site without going through the finish phase (called checkout) at which time the cart contents will be discarded. Alternatively, the user may choose to go through the finish phase to finalize the purchase. Throughout the item selection phase, the user will be offered the choice of reviewing the contents of their shopping cart, or going directly to checkout. The checkout phase includes gathering any customer details required for processing the order, as well as payment, sales tax, and shipping method and fees. When the user submits their order, a copy of the order will be emailed to the user as confirmation, as well as to your designated agent(s) for processing. We will gladly offer a proposal for custom programming of any features we don't generaly provide. Please ask us for details. On-Line Shopping system features