Having hi-speed internet connections has allowed almost anyone that wants to, sell products online. This has greatly changed the way commerce is done from what seems like only a few years ago. Buying and selling by using Ebay, Craigslist, Amazon, and a web site you create for just that reason are the most common ways online commerce is being done today. Almost anything can be bought or sold online now. If selling super automatic espresso machines is your goal, you could do so online. The online commerce process typically has shipping as the second largest cost after the cost of the product. The high cost of shipping is partly due to the damage caused by mishandling poorly packaged products. High delivery costs are due to the relentless rise in fuel prices. If you are interested in becoming an online salesman, you should try to find a product that is easy to ship, not prone to damage, and has room for a decent profit margin. By taking control of your own destiny, you will be better equipped to make decisions that can have you making more money than you can possible make at any job!