In a method for automatic ordering of supply items for a device which are consumed during usage of the device and an arrangement for the implementation of the method, a predetermined consumption quantity for a supply item is monitored and is evaluated relative to threshold of the con
In a method for improving the security of postage meter machines in credit transfers, having at least two modes, the presence of a security flag is necessary for operation of the machine. The security flag is erased in a step of the system routine if an unauthorized action occurs in an a
In a method and apparatus for paying for recrediting of an electronic postage meter machine, switchable into a reloading mode, and communicating with a data central, data is entered into the postage meter machine and the postage meter machine is switched into a communication mode or into