The Perl extension allows for direct-to-lpd printing. It is an efficient way to print files from computer devices. The extension enables users to bypass printing protocols and directly connect to printers. The software speeds up printing operations and provides flexibility in printing options.
Net::Printer is a powerful Perl module that eliminates the need to create a pipe to either lpr or lp when printing to a print server/printer. It replicates the functionality of the BSD LPR program by communicating directly with the line printer printer port (usually 515) and transmitting the data and control information to the print server.
It is important to note that this module is only compatible with print servers that communicate using BSD protocol. It cannot communicate with printers that use SMB or SysV unless they are configured as BSD printers. If you are a CUPS user, you will need to set up cups-lpd to enable legacy access.
With Net::Printer, printing files or strings is a breeze. The module is easy to use, and one can create a new Printer Object with just a few lines of code, specifying the filename, printer, server, port, and lineconvert properties. Printing can be initiated using the printfile() method, which can optionally accept a custom file, or the printstring() method to print a string. Error messages can be retrieved using the printerror() method, while queue status can be obtained with the queuestatus() method.
Overall, Net::Printer is a reliable and efficient Perl module that simplifies printing tasks and brings convenience to users.
It is important to note that this module is only compatible with print servers that communicate using BSD protocol. It cannot communicate with printers that use SMB or SysV unless they are configured as BSD printers. If you are a CUPS user, you will need to set up cups-lpd to enable legacy access.
With Net::Printer, printing files or strings is a breeze. The module is easy to use, and one can create a new Printer Object with just a few lines of code, specifying the filename, printer, server, port, and lineconvert properties. Printing can be initiated using the printfile() method, which can optionally accept a custom file, or the printstring() method to print a string. Error messages can be retrieved using the printerror() method, while queue status can be obtained with the queuestatus() method.
Overall, Net::Printer is a reliable and efficient Perl module that simplifies printing tasks and brings convenience to users.
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