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CUPS

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A standards-based, open-source printing system for Linux and Unix-like systems, supporting AirPrint and IPP Everywhere.

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The de-facto standard open-source printing system for Linux, supporting modern IPP and legacy drivers.

Core Features

  • Supports AirPrint and IPP Everywhere printers without extra drivers
  • Web-based admin interface and command-line tools (lp, lpr)
  • Compatible with legacy PPD-based printers via network or USB
  • Includes C API and filter system for integration
  • Apache 2.0 licensed with active community

What It Can't Do

  • •This is a 2.5b1 beta; for production use stable 2.4.x branch. Root or lpadmin group membership required for admin tasks. Some old printers may need extra cups-filters package.

Use Cases

  • Print management on Linux desktops and servers
  • Centralized print queue setup in enterprise environments
  • Print services in embedded systems or containers

CUPS (Common Unix Printing System) is the most current version of OpenPrinting's printing system, providing a complete printing solution for Linux and Unix-like operating systems. It supports modern AirPrint and IPP Everywhere printers, as well as legacy printers via PPD-based drivers. CUPS includes web-based administration, command-line tools (lp, lpr), a C API, and common print filters. It is licensed under Apache 2.0 with exceptions for GPL2 software. This branch tracks the future 2.5.x feature release.

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printingcupsopen-sourcelinuxippairprint

Getting Started

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Install the software

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Install dependencies and compile (or use package manager like apt)

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Start CUPS service: sudo systemctl start cups

Install Guide
  1. Download latest binary or source from GitHub Releases
  2. Install dependencies and compile (or use package manager like apt)
  3. Start CUPS service: sudo systemctl start cups
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Uninstall Info

Uninstall via package manager (e.g., sudo apt remove cups) or delete compiled files. Stop service first: sudo systemctl stop cups.

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Project Info
LicenseApache-2.0 with GPL2 exception
Last Updated2026-06-26 21:45:07
GitHub RepositoryOfficial Website

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