TrueCafe Internet Cafe Software Guide

Where TrueCafe still fits

  • Cyber cafes that already run TrueCafe on an older Windows server and would rather not switch yet.
  • Simple setups with time billing and a small client PC count.
  • Operators who mainly need session control and basic reporting rather than game center tools.
  • Owners who want the current configuration documented before any migration.

Features to check on an existing install

  • Session timing, prepaid accounts, member logins, and how unused balances expire.
  • Client lock screen behavior after a session ends or a workstation reboots.
  • POS entries for drinks, snacks, printed receipts, and prepaid time codes.
  • Report totals for time sales, product sales, refunds, and end-of-shift cash.
  • Compatibility between the installed version and the Windows edition on each machine.

Questions before staying on TrueCafe

  • Does the installed version still receive updates that matter for security?
  • Will it run correctly on current Windows 10 or Windows 11 clients?
  • Can staff recover a frozen client quickly during busy hours?
  • Are the database, license, and installer files backed up in a safe place?
  • Would a new tax or payment rule force a move to supported software before long?

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