nweb2fax is a web-based software that enables fax communication powered by HylaFAX, using its PHP4 front-end. Its functionality allows users to send faxes via the web by simply logging into their accounts.
This software is built in PHP4 and connects with other utilities for converting file formats such as psutils and ghostscript. Users are required to have Apache, PHP4 with "gd" modules, psutils, ghostscript, libtiff, HylaFAX, and expect installed on their machines.
The installation process is easy and straightforward. Users are required to copy all the files in the appropriate directory to their web directory. Once the files are copied across, users are advised to edit the "include/pre.php" file that contains predefined values such as FAX page size and program paths. Users should also edit the WWWRUNPASS variable and set it to the administrative password given to wwwrun. The Apache user must be granted admin access in hosts.hfaxd by running the faxadduser -a password wwwrun command.
The software has several limitations such as only supporting the attachment of PostScript files. To attach Microsoft documents such as Word and Excel, users must convert them to PostScript files before uploading them to the platform. One way to do this is to add a PS printer and select "Print to FILE." When prompted to save the file, users are advised to type a name they can remember before submitting the file to nweb2fax.
In conclusion, nweb2fax is an impressive software that provides excellent fax services. The installation process is straightforward, and the software is easy to use. However, users must be aware of its limitations in supporting file formats other than PostScript.
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