What type of print server allows administrators to configure and control printers remotely?

A centralized print server is specifically designed to manage and control multiple printers from a single location. This type of server allows network administrators to set configurations, manage print queues, monitor printer status, and implement security settings for all connected printers remotely. As a result, they can maintain effective printer management without having to physically access each printer on the network.

The centralized approach not only streamlines the administration tasks but also enhances the security and efficiency of print services within an organization. It simplifies troubleshooting by allowing administrators to address issues from one interface, rather than needing to go to each printer individually.

Other options do not fit the context of controlling printers remotely in the same way. Microsoft Management Console is a framework for managing Windows systems but does not itself provide print server functionalities directly. A print server is a general term and does not specify the centralized nature needed for remote management. The security tab refers to user permissions and does not relate directly to print server functionality in terms of printing management and configuration.