I need details on things like do you need a server ..what is a server.............are the pc's terminals or pc's? How do you time limit a particular pc? Pretty much need the details from the ground up. I'm being made redundant against my wishes and i'm fishing for business ideas
2006-12-04 06:48:09 · 3 answers · asked by Paul Sabre 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
There is software available to limit a "session" to however long the buyer has paid for. There is also hardware available like coin slots.
You really need a server to control the access on the machines. Not just access to the web but access to windows etc.
In answer to your question they are just plain old PCs - you can have them as fancy or as basic and boring as you want.
I would have a look at other centers
Look here http://www.iguk.org/?a=centres
This is for gaming centers - internet cafes that host internet gaming. There is ALOT of money to be made there !
Also hosting online gaming servers from your premisis.
My friend pays £200 per 1/4 to rent a gaming server - these server companies often have about 200 servers - each raking in £200 p/q... BIG BUCKS !
2006-12-04 07:01:04 · answer #1 · answered by the thinker 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not being funny, but i'd say your best bet is to actually go to an internet cafe and get friendly with the ownner and have a chat with him, perhaps even buy him a coffee. nudge nudge wink wink.
But seriously i'd reckon that serving coffee and perhaps snacks such as salads and sandwiches was almost as important. I wouldn't worry too much about fancy post modern decor and snazzy furniture.
2006-12-04 06:59:56 · answer #2 · answered by wave 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure, but I know one or two people who may be able to give you more detailed information, and if you need a good accountant then I can certainly help.
Give me a ring and I'll fix you up with some numbers,
Steve
07984-235701
2006-12-04 06:59:34 · answer #3 · answered by ste73 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋