How to Avoid Dark Patterns on Shopping Websites

Kim Cumano: Have you ever noticed those countdown timers on shopping websites ticking away as life time is running out or the inventory is running out? They're called dark patterns. These are sneaky website design techniques that online marketplaces use to make you buy more. So, here's what you need to do. Just be smart, stay on your toes, recognize when you're feeling the pressure to buy. It's probably on purpose, okay? And you can always just close down that cart and go back to the website later and stop shopping when you're drinking. That's bad. Find me at commando.com.