The text, with accompanying CD-ROM provides an overview of the latest technology in digital money transactions, and also includes demonstration software and instructions for both buying and selling over the Internet. The CD-ROM for Windows includes a Web browser, demonstration programs from leading electronic commerce vendors, software for constructing ordering pages, and Web sites. Covers e-cash transactions, off-line payment processing, secure payment systems and encryption issues. Discusses all of the key players e.g. First Virtual, CyberCash, Open Market, the Internet Shopping Network, and many others.