Resources
Straightforward reference material on e-commerce, technology, budgeting, consumer awareness, and online safety.
Resource Library
How online marketplaces, mobile commerce, and personalization work.
Evaluating websites and information, and building good digital habits.
Practical ways to keep track of recurring and variable expenses.
Key Terms
Short, plain-language definitions of terms used across our topics.
Digital marketplace
A platform where many sellers offer products or services in one place.
Personalization
Tailoring content or recommendations based on activity and preferences.
Two-factor authentication
A sign-in method that requires a second form of verification.
Encryption
Encoding information so only authorized parties can read it.
Cookies
Small files websites store in a browser to remember information.
Recurring expense
A cost that repeats on a regular schedule, such as a subscription.
Fixed expense
A cost that stays about the same from month to month.
Variable expense
A cost that changes with usage, circumstances, or choices.
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