Proprietary hardware is owned and controlled by the company which produces it and in most cases is limited in terms of use. Proprietary system is usually only able to work with software and other hardware products created by its manufacturer, it is often patented or under trade-secret protection. Even though proprietary systems are generally considered outdated, technologically advanced and highly functional proprietary hardware is still being developed today.
Open source hardware sometimes referred to as commercial hardware, is hardware that is available for general public use; anyone can modify, and distribute. If you choose a system that allows for open source hardware, you may be able to use your own iPad, tablet, computer, or smartphone to run your POS system. If your POS works with open source hardware, you have the freedom to shop for hardware from multiple places, guaranteeing that you find the best deal.
Another perk to working with a company which offers open source hardware is that it allows the company to focus on software and the user experience like NTC.
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