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Point of Sale (POS)

Author: TechShortcut Staff | Article updated: July 5, 2008

2. Option Comparison

	1. In-House POS	2. Internet POS Service
Requirements	n/a	Internet connection
Anywhere Anytime Access	Possibly if the computer or network is accessible via the Internet	Yes
Cost Factors	Hardware
	Computer, printer, cash drawer, credit card reader, scanner and display monitor may be needed. A network may be needed for multiple terminals.	Computer, printer, cash drawer, credit card reader, scanner and display monitor may be needed. A network may be needed for multiple terminals.
	Software
	Point of Sale software	n/a
	Labor
	Installation, configuration and maintenance	Installation and configuration
	Services (approximate costs)
	None	Usually a fee per month