The software addresses the common "universal printing" challenge in terminal services and VDI environments [581]. It allows a remote server to "see" and send print jobs to a local printer connected to the client's machine, effectively bypassing the complexities of driver compatibility between different Windows versions [579, 583].
Security breaches via printer channels are real. Net2Printer encrypts all print streams with SSL/TLS (default port 6301 for TLS). This is superior to RDP’s default printing channel, which often relies on weaker encryption by default.
. It primarily targets common RDP printing issues by removing the need for IT staff to manage numerous printer drivers on a central server. Informer Technologies, Inc. Core Functionality
: Information leakage can be a concern for firms handling sensitive data, as there is no central control over what a remote worker actually prints or how they dispose of those documents. Spiceworks Community
: You don't need to install specific printer drivers on the remote server. Universal Support
Some organizations may view remote printing as a security risk for sensitive data (e.g., financial records) if they cannot control what is printed at a remote employee's home. Additionally, full file transfer features are locked behind the paid license.