Running POS over an internet connection

Post by **Andrew** » Thu Jul 28, 2005 6:10 pm

Zeeman,

I don't think that would work. The problem is - if you host DHPOS on a webserver, the DHPOS clients need to access that data.

Accessing a local file, and accessing one stored on the Internet uses two different protocols. DHPOS would have to download the file(s) required from the Internet, but also post files and data back to the web server - delaying the process.

Now unfortunately DHPOS can't access the Internet, it would need another APRINT-like program to do this - but the problem lies in that what happens when more than one DHPOS terminal tries to re-write the sales file when another is just finishing doing the same thing - file corruption, transaction numbers could be doubled up on, files may only be half written before another terminal starts uploading another copy.

If the system was being used in a busy store, on just one terminal - the upload/download traffic would be horrendous even with just one terminal. Just think, about standing at the register waiting before ringing up a new sale because it's "uploading"...

Alan · Post by **Alan** » Thu Aug 04, 2005 9:06 am

Well i've just been playing recently with Windows 2000 Server and its Terminal Services feature.

DH-POS runs quite briskly (as it usually does!) when I've been running it from terminal clients.

The server? A PIII/450 with 256Mb RAM and an 80Gb HDD. The client? Tested on a Compaq P60, Wyse Winterm etc.

I've just been using the Remote Connection feature built into WinXP to test, I'm going to attempt it over dial-up at some point.

Alan

brucef2112 · Post by **brucef2112** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 11:32 am

Just another option.
1. If you are using 95, 98, 2000, Me, NT 4.0, XP, Server 2003 or any
operating system that has a Java-enabled browser to run DHPOS on.

2. Are a non-techie, with no extra servers, no extra hardware, and want a minimum of extra configuration and simple software.

3. Have an always on connection to the web. ISDN, DSL, cable modem or better.

You can get *secure* access to your PCs from any Web browser
anywhere, with Gotomypc.com.
https://www.gotomypc.com

They also have aGoToMyPC PocketView (Viewer window for Microsoft Pocket PC): Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 or later,
Microsoft Pocket PC Phone Edition 2002 or later,
and most devices running Microsoft Windows CE 4.0 or later.

Not only do you have access to DHPOS, but you have
access to the entire computer.

They offer a free trial period so you can evaluate if this will satisfy your requirements.

Later,
bruce

Post by **Andrew** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 3:33 pm

Or a freebie: http://www.logmein.com

ChrisKraus · Post by **ChrisKraus** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 4:01 pm

Andrew Bunn wrote:Or a freebie: http://www.logmein.com

<hr>
AAAAAAAAH
the client software for this is horrible. It doesn't come with an uninstaller, you have to manually delete the files and remove it's registery keys. Its just insane.

Possible, you could try a VNC setup or Norton pcAnywhere.

- Chris

Post by **Andrew** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 5:30 pm

ChrisKraus wrote:AAAAAAAAH
the client software for this is horrible. It doesn't come with an uninstaller, you have to manually delete the files and remove it's registery keys. Its just insane.

I've found it pretty good, and hmm, I wonder what this does...

ChrisKraus · Post by **ChrisKraus** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 5:32 pm

Andrew Bunn wrote:
ChrisKraus wrote:AAAAAAAAH
the client software for this is horrible. It doesn't come with an uninstaller, you have to manually delete the files and remove it's registery keys. Its just insane.
I've found it pretty good, and hmm, I wonder what this does...

When i did that, it launched the installer program for me.

Post by **Andrew** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 5:36 pm

You'll find most often the uninstaller is actually a part of the installer, the options just change to Remove/Repair etc.

Cos, I've just run it now - and it uninstalled LogMeIn without any hassles (unless you call the "Are you sure?" box a hassle).

ibmsystems · Post by **ibmsystems** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 5:43 pm

ChrisKraus wrote:
Andrew Bunn wrote:
ChrisKraus wrote:AAAAAAAAH
the client software for this is horrible. It doesn't come with an uninstaller, you have to manually delete the files and remove it's registery keys. Its just insane.
I've found it pretty good, and hmm, I wonder what this does...
When i did that, it launched the installer program for me.

I use logmein to connect to my servers and it works fine the Uninstaller is part of the installer application like andrew said

bdude · Post by **bdude** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 8:37 pm

I would use free software called Hamachi to do this.

Hamachi lets you setup a virtual network between you and 10 other computers over the internet.

You could do this, share a folder and the clients will connect through Hamachi and map the drive and DHPOS would use it.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sun Mar 19, 2006 6:26 pm

Didn't john manage to get it to work over a web interface at one stage??

-K.Peachey

grahamsw · Post by **grahamsw** » Tue Mar 21, 2006 10:14 pm

hi folks, i have used logmein.com FOR EVER and have never had any problems BUT only use 100mbps cat5 ethernet or the connection is sooooooooooo slowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww

just my 2 pennies

marine64 · Post by **marine64** » Fri May 26, 2006 10:26 am

I have personally tryed using cygwin and windows telnet server and they both run DHPOS perfectly. Contact me if u want more info
brian@xenocomp.com

Dale Harris · Post by **Dale Harris** » Fri May 26, 2006 5:51 pm

marine64,

If you would like you could write it up and I can post it up on the main DHPOS webpage.

DHES

Running POS over an internet connection

Been Playing!

remote access to DHPOS

logmein

Use telnet or cygwin

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