Im basically saying that can I get the online suppliers to get the money from my checking account thru paypal? I really dont understand this paypal thing please help.
yes, you can. you add a bank account to your paypal account using your bank routing and account number. then we you make a payment to someone, you opt to use your bank account. But this is a much slower process then using a debit or credit card through paypal. it can take a couple days for the funds to go through, and many online sellers require immediate payment for an item. Using your paypal account with your bank account is better for transferring funds and such. almost like money gram or western union, but without the fee. Of course, the receiver would still be waiting a few days most likely to recieve the funds.