Want to skip the Christmas crowds, or nab a once in a lifetime bargain? Online shopping could be the answer. Tim Dean looks at the glory and the pitfalls.

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Macromedia made a play for eBay sellers this week by debuting a custom version of its Contribute 3 web content publishing application that's designed to speed the creation and upkeep of eBay stores.

Judge denies injunction, upholds ruling.

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Bidding reaches $1,125 for handset but sale breaks eBay rules.

Coffs Harbour detectives in northern New South Wales have begun investigating reports of four incidents where eBay buyers in Australia had not received goods purchased on the online auction site after paying for them.

Laws of supply and demand do their work.

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Ownership rights to booty from online games 'too complicated'.

A good reputation pays off.

Scripts used to boast feedback ratings.

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Privacy International criticises Amazon, Friends Reunited and eBay.

Bidding currently at US$2,175.