[Inkscape-user] plotters and Inkscape

Hi. I just subscribed to the list, and so forgive me if I'm bringing up a settled topic. :o/

I was just wondering if Inkscape handles plotters. If not, what software (pref. open-source) do you guys use for running your plotters on Windows, Mac, and Linux?

My wife uses a Roland plotter to cut vinyl and flock. Right now, the only app she has is Dr. Stika, which she says is crap. The only other package she knows of is Ultra-something, and it's like a thousand bucks. She manipulates the images in Illustrator and Photoshop, but needs better software to actually run the plotter.

I was hoping that Inkscape supported this functionality, maybe with a plugin or third-party add-on. Is there any hope?

Thank you, Shawn Milo