Smbfax enables fax transmission to a Samba print share without the need for Win32 client software, streamlining the process of transmitting important documentation.
Smbfax is a Unix-based server that enables you to print through Samba from a Windows client to a hylafax-controlled faxmodem on your server without any additional Win32 software for the client. The process of using this software is extremely straightforward - simply click on File->Print from an application, select the network fax printer and then check your email's INBOX. Additionally, using standard Windows methods, you can view and delete jobs.
One of the key features of smbfax is that it enables users to "print" documents to a network printer. The Samba server then transmits the document to smbfax, which subsequently sends an e-mail to the owner requesting information to complete the fax via a web interface. Once the user clicks on the provided link, they can fill in the fax information - the recipient, comment, coverpage options, etc. - and click on the "send" button.
smbfax also makes it easy for users to manage the send (outgoing) fax queue using standard Windows print job management. This means that users can select their own jobs and delete them with the delete key whenever required. Furthermore, users don't need to install any client software whatsoever, nor do they need to upgrade WINSOCK.DLL to the latest version or use confusing drag-and-drop software, e-mail/web gateways or attachments.
The software has been tested without any problems, which makes it an excellent choice for those who want to print and fax documents quickly and easily. You only need a few things to get started - Hylafax, Perl 5.004 or better (plus some modules), Apache or any other CGI-BIN webserver, Samba, and a good POSIX system (tested under linux-2.2.16).
Overall, smbfax is a great software option for those who need to fax documents regularly. It keeps the process simple, quick, and error-free, which is everything one could ask for from a piece of software.
One of the key features of smbfax is that it enables users to "print" documents to a network printer. The Samba server then transmits the document to smbfax, which subsequently sends an e-mail to the owner requesting information to complete the fax via a web interface. Once the user clicks on the provided link, they can fill in the fax information - the recipient, comment, coverpage options, etc. - and click on the "send" button.
smbfax also makes it easy for users to manage the send (outgoing) fax queue using standard Windows print job management. This means that users can select their own jobs and delete them with the delete key whenever required. Furthermore, users don't need to install any client software whatsoever, nor do they need to upgrade WINSOCK.DLL to the latest version or use confusing drag-and-drop software, e-mail/web gateways or attachments.
The software has been tested without any problems, which makes it an excellent choice for those who want to print and fax documents quickly and easily. You only need a few things to get started - Hylafax, Perl 5.004 or better (plus some modules), Apache or any other CGI-BIN webserver, Samba, and a good POSIX system (tested under linux-2.2.16).
Overall, smbfax is a great software option for those who need to fax documents regularly. It keeps the process simple, quick, and error-free, which is everything one could ask for from a piece of software.
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