The document outlines the consumer decision making process, which includes problem recognition, information search, alternative evaluation, purchase decision, and post-purchase evaluation. It then discusses different types of online shoppers, categorizing them based on their online spending habits, comfort with technology, willingness to purchase online, and growth potential for online retailers. The types discussed include adventurous explorers, shopping avoiders, technology muddlers, fun seekers, shopping lovers, fearful browsers, suspicious learners, and business users.