Microsoft Windows Embedded POSReady ( Windows Embedded for Point of Service ) - an embedded operating system for POS-terminals , kiosks, self-service systems. It has the advantages of embedded Windows Embedded operating systems, such as write protection filters, selection of components for installation, blocking pop-up windows, hiding boot screens, reduced license cost, long availability for ordering, etc. However, unlike Windows Embedded, Windows Embedded POSReady does not require special skills for installation and configuration, and also has the ability to ship without a preinstalled application. Like Windows Embedded Standard, it is 100% compatible with applications designed for desktop Windows.
| Windows Embedded POSReady | |
|---|---|
| Developer | Microsoft |
| OS family | Windows NT |
| Kernel type | hybrid core |
| License | Microsoft EULA |
| condition | Windows Embedded for Point of Service (WEPOS) : basic support ended April 12, 2011, extended support ended April 12, 2016. [1] |
| Web site | Windows Embedded POSReady |
Content
Versions
- Windows Embedded for Point of Service ( WEPOS ) - Based on Windows XP Embedded . Versions: WEPOS v1.0 , WEPOS v1.1 [8] .
- Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 - contains several improvements compared to Windows Embedded for Point of Service (for example, full localization and support for XPS ) [8] .
- Windows Embedded POSReady 7 - Based on Windows 7 . It supports the latest technologies, such as Multi-Touch, AppLocker, BitLocker, BranchCache, etc. It exists in 32-bit and 64-bit versions.
- Windows Embedded 8 Industry - Based on Windows 8 . It supports the latest equipment, the interface of Modern apps, Multi-Touch, the Windows Store and other features of the desktop Windows 8, complementing their Embedded capabilities. Exists in versions Pro (universal application) and Pro Retail (for POS-systems).
- Windows 10 IoT Enterprise for Retail and ThinClient - Based on Windows 10 Enterprise . The main difference is the LTSB (Long Term Servicing Branch) update plan, which allows you to completely abandon updates automatically (in this regard, this version does not have the Edge browser and application store), and the ability to embed. Unlike previous versions, it allows installation on thin client devices. “IoT” stands for Internet of Things. Exists in the editions “Universal” (Enterprise), “For Retail and Thin Clients” (for Retail and Thin Clients), “For Tablet PCs” (for Tablet PC).
See also
- Windows Embedded
- Windows
Notes
- ↑ Windows Embedded for Point of Service (WEPOS) product support cycle
- ↑ Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 Product Support Cycle
- ↑ Windows Embedded POSReady 7 Product Support Cycle
- ↑ Windows Embedded 8 Industry Pro Product Support Cycle
- ↑ Windows Embedded 8 Industry Enterprise Product Support Cycle
- ↑ Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro Product Support Cycle
- ↑ Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Enterprise Product Support Cycle
- ↑ 1 2 Microsoft Embedded POSReady 2009 Windows Page
Links
- The official Windows Embedded page on the manufacturer’s website - Microsoft company (English); see also the archive version (January 7, 2013) of the page in Russian
- Information in Russian on the page of the official distributor