A new study by the analytics firm comScore suggests that people are once again shopping on the internet, NASDAQ reports. The research shows that internet shopping increased by 10 percent in the first quarter of this year.

This comes as positive news to consumers and businesses alike, as this is the first time there has been an double digit increase since the recession began.

Though the outlook of the market is still uncertain. ComScore chairman Gian Fulgoni said, "For the time being, this momentum is encouraging," according to the news source.

This research comes as part of a recent surge of positive economic news. Personal consumption expenditures rose .5 precent in February, and .6 percent in March, the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported.

Those who are fond of internet shopping must take precautions to protect themselves. When using the internet to make purchases, consumes should consider using a secure payment company to protect their personal information.