### Question
What is the definition of electronic commerce?


### Answer
The definition of **electronic commerce** is as follows in *41 U.S.C. § 426*:

> electronic techniques for accomplishing business transactions, including electronic mail or messaging, World Wide Web technology, electronic bulletin boards, purchase cards, electronic funds transfers, and electronic data interchange

#### Citation:
  - *41 U.S.C. § 426*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-OFFICE OF FEDERAL PROCUREMENT POLICY**

