Software used in Internet Cafes

[vitalym]

I'm interested in the type of software the cafes use to restrict the amount of time people can be on the PC and allow a username/password to be associated with a timer that will kick them from the PC ones it runs out.

Any info or sites would be great.

 

[sdotbrucato]

The technology you're looking for is called Captive Portal

I know a few *nix router/firewalls have a captive portal you can setup. I figured I'd give you the term to research, while someone else can chime in on some hardware/software setups to help you out. =D

 

[2dirty]

i think this might be what you are looking for. http://www.2hotspot.com/

 

[Oneos]

Yes, except those are only for the internet access, I believe the OP is looking for a little more than that. There was one linked here previously, I'll try and find it for you.

 

[vitalym]

Yes, except those are only for the internet access, I believe the OP is looking for a little more than that. There was one linked here previously, I'll try and find it for you.

Yes...

I'm researching info on starting a Internet Cafe and I'm looking into the type of software that is used.

 

[TopGun]

http://www.cybercafepro.com/
Simple google search turned that up.
Too bad you don't live near me, The whole internet cafe, lan center, etc... has always
seemed like a really cool business to me.

 

[Oneos]

Sorry, forgot about this thread: http://www.provisio.com/en-US/SiteCafe/Default.aspx

I think that's what I saw before, and if I remember correctly it isn't just a proxy, but controls access to the computer itself. Could be the wrong one though, have a look.