Abstract: A system and method for searching for and/or purchasing multiple items on the Internet is provided. The system identifies a plurality of purchasing alternatives based on predetermined criteria and allows the consumer to select from among the purchasing alternatives to purchase the desired items.

Abstract: A system and method for searching for and/or purchasing multiple items on the Internet is provided. The system identifies a plurality of purchasing alternatives based on predetermined criteria and allows the consumer to select from among the purchasing alternatives to purchase the desired items.

Abstract: There is disclosed a system and method that employs internet based crowd sourcing to establish price points and purchase criteria for items that a purchaser community wishes to purchase. A supplier community is provided with an opportunity to sell the item(s) to the purchaser community at the terms offered by the purchaser community, or to counter-offer with terms that the purchaser community may accept or reject.

Abstract: A system and method for searching for and/or purchasing multiple items on the Internet is provided. The system identifies a plurality of purchasing alternatives based on predetermined criteria and allows the consumer to select from among the purchasing alternatives to purchase the desired items.

Abstract: A system and method for searching for and/or purchasing multiple items on the Internet is provided. The system identifies a plurality of purchasing alternatives based on predetermined criteria and allows the consumer to select from among the purchasing alternatives to purchase the desired items.

Abstract: A system and method for searching for and/or purchasing multiple items on the Internet is provided. The system determines an optimized purchase alternative for purchasing the multiple items based on pre-defined criteria.

Abstract: A system and method for assisting a user in the checkout process for purchasing multiple items on the Internet is provided. The system and method server directs the user through the checkout process for purchasing each of the multiple items, either by way of directing the user to each vendor's website, or by way of a single checkout at the server. The system and method may also include means for presenting the user with coupons and rebate information available for the items, and for applying loyalty cards and redemption points or bonuses specific to the vendors that the user has selected for purchasing the items.