Online or offline group buying?

Group buying has two elements: shopping and social network. Online group buying is better than offline method in convenience, and getting product information and cheaper products. Group formed for group buying is community of transaction and there is less demand for strong ties. People who are young and optimistic with technology prefer online option.

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