... taxes, power of the Western Europe became increasingly centralized in the monarchies (Britannica, p. 381). These monarchies developed central institutions that made and enforced the law. They also hired armies of mercenary troops and rationalized the collection of taxes. This trend of the fifteenth century represented a sharp contrast with the medieval period, when individuals were directed primarily to their overlord, their village ... ...

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... perceived benefits for this purchasing option. As access speeds increase, this problem will diminish. Although the majority of large companies have well-established physical distribution systems, virtual storefronts have a great leveling effect, instantly transforming small companies into worldwide distributors by providing a source of direct sales. It is difficult to determine the size of a company by its World Wide Web page. Sixteen ... ...

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