download the linuxcnc iso
Getting LinuxCNC
try it (boot off of the cd to try linuxcnc) or install it. Use stepconf to setup your printer port.
Stepper Configuration Wizard
if you what something a lot more powerful than a printer port - $89 gets you 2 high speed printer ports and almost unlimited expandability (pci or ethernet).
5i25
https://mesaus.com/index.php?route=p...&product_id=63