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ELECTRONIC PAYMENT TERMINAL [1 record]

Record 1 2023-02-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Peripheral Equipment
  • Electronic Commerce
DEF

A terminal that is used to carry out business transactions and that allows a person to make a payment with, for example, a debit card, a credit card or a smartphone.

CONT

Electronic payment terminals (EPTs) are used to process electronic transactions, such as credit card payments or debit card payments. [Such terminals are] commonly used in retail settings, such as stores or restaurants, and can also be found in other locations such as vending machines, parking meters, and self-service kiosks.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Périphériques (Informatique)
  • Commerce électronique
DEF

Terminal employé pour effectuer des opérations commerciales, à partir duquel une personne peut faire un paiement par carte de débit, par carte de crédit ou par téléphone intelligent, par exemple.

CONT

Le TPE devient de plus en plus présent dans les commerces. Que le propriétaire soit entrepreneur, franchisé ou encore micro-entrepreneur, il peut s'en servir pour effectuer les encaissements.

Spanish

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