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Retail trade through mail or internet orders.

Within the retail trade activity conducted through mail or the internet (e-commerce), buyers make their selections through advertisements, catalogs, website information, samples, or other advertising means. Buyers place orders through mail, telephone, or the internet (typically through specialized tools provided on websites). The purchased products can either be directly downloaded from the internet or physically delivered to the customers. This subgroup includes: - Retail trade of various products through mail orders - Retail trade of various products through the internet. This subgroup also includes: - Direct sales through television, radio, or telephone - Retail auctions conducted through the internet.