LPRng Highlights

• Same commands/functionality (bugs! ;-) on all platforms
• RFC1179 compliant and support for NT via lpd protocal
• Global printcap files - helps for scalability (via pprdist)
• Auto-setup of spool directories on print server
• Built-in JetDirect support (i.e. no jetadmin required)
• Support via drop-in/modifyable filters for printers & plotters
• No lpd process or spooldir needed on clients - more reliable!
• Better diagnostic messages: Toner Low, Load Paper, etc.
• Strong remote queue management
• Takes a few MINUTES to update a large number of hosts
• Truly supported via "freeware" model
•         Active Email list for generic help
•         FAST bug fixes provided (got patch in 2 days!)
•         Have contracted out for specific enhancements