Compare a public network to a private network. Identify the security risks of using a public network in e-Commerce. When answering this question we want to consider how the two networks operate, the differences between the two networks, where we might encounter these networks, who uses them and the security issues surrounding both.

• Compare a private network to a virtual private network. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of using a VPN in e-Commerce. Again, in answering this we want to be sure we discuss what these two networks are all about, how they operate and the pros and cons of each. When you might encounter one or both of these is also a great topic to include here

• Determine the impact that the Internet and World Wide Web has had on doing business. There are many things to consider here, economic, cultural, social, and so on. In other words, consider the consumer side as well as the business side of this question when responding.

• Articulate what you believe is driving the growth of the Internet and World Wide Web. In other words, what factors have contributed to the growth or popularity of the web over the years? What is it about the web that has changed that has led to its popularity? Why are both consumers and businesses flocking to the web as they are today? Many different things to consider here