摘要 |
A product ordering apparatus (i.e. electronic retailing or vending machine) having controller, and input means for product selection, a security identification means (i.e. access card, credit card, driver's licence), and means for enabling or disabling delivery of products (goods) based on the security information (i.e. sufficient credit, age). Wherein further, the product ordering can be executed over a communications network such as the Internet. Payment processing being completed via separate secure payment network. The apparatus also provididng for any duty or tax, dependant on the geographic region, to be automatically added to the sale price of the order.
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