Credit Card Security and the Internet

	It is actually safer to use your credit card over the Internet than in stores and restaurants. These businesses often use a multiple copy sales receipt, which requires your signature. The employee then has access to not only your credit card number but signature as well. Internet transactions are performed electronically without a multiple copy sales draft, making your purchase safer.

	We also utilize the latest in encryption technology, SSL (Secure Sockets Layer). This technology is compatible with Netscape Navigator version 2.0 and above, Microsoft Explorer version 3.0 and above and AOL version 3.0 and above. SSL encrypts your credit card number by transforming the data into an unreadable format. Only an authorized processor can convert this information to complete the transaction. After clicking on "secure order" you should see a small key or lock on the bottom bar of your browser. This indicates that your browser is communicating securely.