libusb
is an open-source userland USB
API/library that enables an application to
access USB devices. libusb has been
implemented for a number of operating environments, including
Linux, BSD, MacOS, and Windows, as well as for Solaris and Sun
Ray environments.
libusb applications can run on any operating
environment that supports libusb. For further
information, see
/usr/sfw/share/doc/libusb/libusb.txt
.
Table 12.3, “Open Source libusb Applications” lists some open source applications that make use of libusb support and enable users to access scanners, digital cameras, and other devices.
Table 12.3. Open Source libusb Applications
Application | URL | Comments |
---|---|---|
Sane | http://www.sane-project.org | For scanner support |
Gphoto | http://www.gphoto.org | For digital still cameras |
ColdSync | http://www.coldsync.org | For Palm device support |
For further information, please see:
The libusbut
man page