QUESTION

a) Explain the whole credit card processing cycle, identifying the different steps and parties involved.

b) (i) Outline the main differences between a credit card and a debit card.

(ii) Explain why the use of credit cards is not suitable for micro-payments and suggest an alternate payment instrument that could be used.

c) (i) Briefly explain the roles of the acquirer and the issuer in the credit card payment system.

(ii) There are a number of factors that come into play in determining whether a particular method of e-payment achieves widespread acceptance. Outline any THREE of these crucial factors.

d) Outline briefly the following electronic payment methods.

(i) E-wallets.

(ii) Smart cards.