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Credit Card Reading Software:

Credit card readers work similarly to a cassette player. A magnetic strip or magstripe
is located on the back of a credit card, which is protected by a, plastic coating.
The magstripe contains information like your name, PIN., and or credit card number.
By swiping or inserting, the card activates the reader to scan the magistrate, similar
to the magnet reader of a cassette player. The information is then sent to a remote
server, called an acquirer, the customer enters their PIN to allow the transaction
to proceed.

The simplicity of the credit card reader is why its such a useful and reliable
machine. With POS software, credit card readers can be connected to computers,
allowing authorized retailer with PCs, modems, and proper credit card processing
software the ability to accept credit transactions. The foundation of many businesses
today is the credit card transaction, and the card reader is the keystone to this
foundation.

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