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SANE Scanner Daemon
The SANE (Scanner Access Now Easy) network scanner daemon listens on port 6566 to facilitate communication between scanning clients and network-connected scanners. It allows users to remotely access and control scanners over a TCP/IP network, supporting distributed document digitization with compatible hardware and software..
The SANE network scanner daemon is part of the SANE project's efforts to provide universal scanner access on Unix-like systems. Running as a background service, it listens on TCP port 6566 for incoming scan requests from SANE-compatible clients, enabling devices across the same network to interface with shared scanners without the need for direct hardware connection.
This protocol streamlines document digitization by transmitting control commands and image data over the network. The daemon provides functionalities such as scanner discovery, image acquisition, parameter configuration (like resolution and color depth), and error reporting to clients, adhering to SANE's flexible API structure.
SANE daemon's architecture supports diverse scanner hardware by abstracting device-specific protocols, thus facilitating interoperability. It typically integrates with front-end applications to offer graphical user interfaces or automated workflows, enhancing user experience in distributed or shared scanning environments.