We've all fallen victim to this act, which is a prime mover in the American economy--that's right, the impulse buy. Whether it's a candy bar suggestively positioned near the checkout counter or a silk blouse that whispers promises of the glamorous life, we fall victim to the impulse in different ways and at different times. And now the Internet presents us with another way to make those often ill-advised purchases. Think of it as a virtual home-shopping network, where sellers offer time-sensitive deals of a limited quantity for a limited time. Geared toward sellers and potential buyers of impulse items.

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