Computer Science – Computers and Society
Scientific paper
2001-09-25
Harvard Journal of Law & Technology, vol. 14 p183-266 (Fall 2000)
Computer Science
Computers and Society
Scientific paper
Intermediaries, like real estate agents, Consumer Reports, and Zagats, have long helped buyers to identify their most suitable options. Now, the combination of databases and the Internet enables them to serve consumers dramatically more effectively. This article begins by offering a three-part framework for understanding the evolving forms of selection assistance. It then focuses on numerous potential obstacles that could prevent shoppers from enjoying the full benefits of these developing technologies. While concluding that adjustments to business strategies and the enforcement of existing laws can effectively overcome most of these impediments, the article identifies several areas where proactive government action may be desirable, such as to prevent the emergence of anticompetitive entry barriers.
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