Print management in a university setting
Scenario:
A university needs to manage printing across multiple departments and campuses.
Usage:
- Xi-Text acts as a high-performance print spooler, replacing the standard Unix printing system.
- It handles advanced print post-processing, form type handling, and alignment pages.
- The system administrator configures Xi-Text to manage print jobs from various departments.
- End users submit print jobs, which are queued and processed efficiently.
- Xi-Text ensures that jobs are printed correctly and on time, reducing errors and reprints.
Network printing in a corporate environment
Scenario:
A corporation with offices in different locations needs a centralised printing solution.
Usage:
- Xi-Text enables transparent network printing, allowing jobs to be shared across hosts and printers on different hosts.
- The system administrator sets up network printers and configures Xi-Text to manage them.
- Employees submit print jobs from their workstations, which are routed to the appropriate network printers.
- Xi-Text manages the print queue and ensures that jobs are printed on the designated printers, regardless of their physical location.
Customisable interfaces for diverse user needs
Scenario:
An organisation requires different interfaces for various user roles.
Usage:
- Xi-Text provides multiple interfaces, including command line, full-screen text-based, X-Windows, MS Windows clients, and web browser interfaces.
- The system administrator configures the preferred interfaces for different user roles.
- Users interact with Xi-Text through their chosen interface to submit and manage print jobs.
- Xi-Text processes the jobs and provides feedback through the selected interface, enhancing usability and flexibility.