PaperCut NG 7

PaperCut NG is a print and internet quota, charging, tracking and monitoring system maked to promote the responsible use of IT resources. Its a premium cross-platform solution specifically maked to meet the needs of schools, universities and other organizations. Implementations range from silent monitoring, quota control to user-pays systems. PaperCut NG leads the way with innovative pluses, cross-platform support, open source code access and enterprise level scalability. A 40-day unrestricted trial version is available for download. Highlights: * Innovative 100% web-based administration allowing admin control from anywhere on the network. * Cross-platform (Windows, Mac & Linux) support for both servers and clients. * Differential print charging allowing costs to be defined per printer with varied prices for color, duplex and large format printing. * Quota internet access by integrating with leading proxy servers such as Microsoft ISA Server and Squid. * TopUp/PrePaid Cards - ideal for student payment management. * Print release stations for secure printing, or for pay-per-print usage in public libraries or internet cafes. * Advanced reporting in PDF, HTML and Excel. * Charge printing to shared accounts - great for allocating printing costs to departments, faculties or cost centers. * Import users and groups from Active Directory or an LDAP server like Novell eDirectory or OpenDirectory. * Scalability up to 60,000+ users with the option to take this further with tool server clustering. * Option to use external databases such as Microsoft SQL Server / Express and PostgreSQL. * Full support for multiple print servers and monitoring of local desktop printers. * Error notifications when printers are in error. * User tools and client software to allow users to view balance and usage history. * Self maintaining system requiring minimal administration. * Vendor neutral - no hardware vendor or operating system lock-in.