The current testing versions of Mach2 are looking like they will require 500Mhz minumum CPU's. Also, you need to be running either XP or Win2K. You might want to consider using TurboCNC, but it must be run in DOS, not from a Win98 DOS prompt.
Another thing to consider is that some laptops parralel ports can't output enough voltage to run your drivers, so you may be out of luck with the laptop anyway. Both Mach2 and TurboCNC can be downloaded and tried before purchase, to see if they'll work with your laptop.
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Gerry
Mach3 2010 Screenset
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