Win What You Bid On! How to Win eBay Auctions!
By Sheryl Nantus, published Apr 09, 2005
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First, check your Internet connection. A major problem a lot of bidders have is that they're connected to the Internet with a slow modem or worse, a dial up modem. Speed kills, and this axiom is so true when it comes to online auction sites. That extra minute you sit there in front of your monitor waiting for your data to update can be the difference between winning and losing the auction.
Unfortunately not everyone can have a T1 line or a cable modem - there are many areas in the world that suffer from a lack of high technology connections available to the public. We'll offer a solution to that later on in this article, but for right now consider upgrading your Internet connection if you can. A DSL or cable modem is usually the most popular option open to computer users.
Along with this goes the functionality of your home computer. If your system is huffing and puffing to upload the graphics necessary to view the auction, you may want to consider taking advantage of the many sales to upgrade your system to a newer faster model. It may seem extravagant for winning online auctions, but if you're serious about buying and selling online you'll have to consider it as an investment. A majority of auctions offer a photograph of the item being offered, and if you can't see it you may be bidding blind.
Opening up an account at eBay is easy and takes only a few minutes. You can hide your email address and save yourself from spammers while accessing the many options offered to eBay customers, such as message boards and email notifications.
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