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STAR: ONLY MANUFACTURER TO OFFER LINUX & APPLEMAC SUPPORT
FOR POS PRINTERS
June 2004
Further demonstrating its technological
leadership, Star Micronics is demonstrating its POS printer support
for both Linux CUPS and Apple Mac, in addition to the more readily
available Java POS printer driver technology at this year’s
Retail Solutions exhibition ( 8th – 10th June, NEC, Birmingham).
Correctly forecasting the escalating market
adoption of Linux, Star Micronics invested in support for the
operating system over two years ago. Within three to five years,
Linux is predicted to permeate all markets, with installations
increasing by 26% in comparison to Unix, which is expected to
shrink by 4% or Windows, which is scheduled to grow at a slower
rate, by 9% (source: IBM). Support for Linux CUPS is typically
required in legacy systems where POS printers are being used in
addition to standard PC printers. The only POS printer manufacturer
to offer Linux CUPS support on its POS printer range, Star Micronics
is set to fully exploit the projected market pervasion of the
operating system.
The popularity of Linux is increasing as users
recognise its inherent benefits of low cost – lack of licensing
costs mean considerable savings, especially in environments of
numerous POS terminals; proven technological stability and its
open source status, enabling OEMs to look at the code, use those
features required, whilst easily adding others to suit specific
customer requirements. The lack of hidden functions within Linux
also means that it is extremely secure and therefore ideal for
Internet applications.
Adhering to its policies for developing
customer-driven features and for offering choice across its range
of products, Star Micronics also provides drivers to support Apple
Mac implementation.
Background Information on Star Micronics
Founded in 1947, Star Micronics is one of the world's largest
printer manufacturers and has facilities for worldwide production,
marketing and support. Employing over 2500 staff and achieving
turnover in excess of £250 million, Star Micronics has developed
a POS printer portfolio that spans thermal and dot matrix printers
and mechanisms, designed for barcode, ticketing, receipts and
labelling. Star's proven technology is also being utilised to
develop reader/writer systems for visual/smart and magnetic stripe
cards and to install print mechanisms in multimedia kiosk environments.
The Star Micronics' range is available internationally via a distribution
channel comprising distributors and dealers.
For further information
contact:
Annette Tarlton or Claire Smith
Star Micronics EMEA
Tel: + 44 (0) 1494 471111
Email: Marketing@Star-EMEA.com
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