From: Ak 756 <macro.peng@...>
Date: 2007-03-27T18:39:28+09:00
Subject: Re: Use Ruby to monitor a printer?

Robert Klemme wrote:
> On 27.03.2007 09:55, Ak 756 wrote:
>> I want to write a program to monitor a network printer and give
>> statistic data as whom at what time print how many pages.
>> 
>> Is it possible to do this using Ruby? Which library shall I use to do
>> this?
> 
> What interface does the printer support?  Generally Ruby comes with a
> whole bunch of networking support libraries.  It really depends on what
> your printer offers.
> 
> Kind regards
> 
>   robert

The printer is connected in a Windows2000 server. All the computers in 
the local network can reach the printer. The printer is HP LaserJet 
1000. I don't know what interface it support. Shall I interface directly 
with the printer or through the Win2000 server?

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