The personal computer has become the means people use to the new markets of Internet commerce.
Internet commerce, however, depends on reliable systems that are up and running around the clock.
Their decision could have implications for Internet commerce in general.
The business of Internet commerce, information and entertainment is small today but growing rapidly.
In addition, its lawsuit says the company is doing the same with Internet commerce.
The eventual decision could have implications beyond wine sales for Internet commerce in general.
Internet commerce is so new, however, that predictions can be risky.
The opportunity lies in building all the software needed to make the promise of Internet commerce a reality.
That open architecture is what has allowed for the extraordinary growth of Internet commerce and communication.
Computer fraud has become a major problem for Internet commerce.