Question 1

Does it come with any needed software? If so - what kind?

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It does come with a very old version of Cura.

The lastest version of Cura is what I am using.  Just download it from https://ultimaker.com/en/products/ultimaker-cura-software/list.  If all you are doing is downloading models and printing this is all you need.

If you want to make your own 3D models that complicates things.  There are many, many 3d modeling programs and which one to use is a very personal choice and each takes time to learn to use.  Blender is free, Sketch-up is also I think.  But there are commercial programs that can cost  up to 
 a couple of thousand to use.  Zbrush, Studio Max, and others.  This is list of most of them: https://all3dp.com/1/best-free-3d-modeling-software-3d-cad-3d-design-software/

Without a better idea what you are wanting to do, this is the best answer in a short space I can give.

Question 2

What is the physical footprint of this unit?

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The actual base footprint itself requires a flat 12" x 12" surface, however certain parts such as the display panel overhang requiring a bit more space. A roughly 16" wide by about 20" deep space should be about right, although you will want to make sure both the back and front have an additional few inches to spare as the bed does move back and forth during operation.

I mount mine on top of a 16" x 18" patio paver block for support and stability. I place the paver block over some dense foam that is cut about 1" in from the block edge (14" x 16"). This gives the printer a platform that helps contribute mass to absorb vibrations as well as offer a bid of noise reduction cause by sound transmission through the base. Placed a few inches from the back wall it also ensures the printer travel area remains clear. There is also YouTube video on using this technique if interested (not mine but I came across it after I came up with the same idea separately).

Question 3

Will this printer print abs and petg also?

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From the list of questions and answers on the product page, "Will this printer print abs and petg also?
Answer: Yes, but for abs recommend getting a glass bed and an enclosure of some sort. 
By Cameron Moss on December 25, 2018

Question 4

What version is the board?

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The newest version of the board is 1.1.5, it does not come with the printer though. Mine came with 1.1.4 which is very similar to the 1.1.3.  Creality Sells the 1.1.5 separately right now as the Creality v1.1.5 Silent Main Board. It is $50 bucks and you might find it cheaper but it is a worthwhile upgrade. It has newer stepper drivers that make the stepper motors virtually silent. I can't hear them anymore only the fans now. The board also has thermal runaway enabled and has a boot loader preinstalled so if you wanted to switch to Vanilla Marlin or the TH3D software you could do so very easily. Installing this board and the TH3D software also made adding a BL Touch kit easy.

ASIN	B0CQL7QPZB
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Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (9,976)
Date First Available	December 19, 2023
Item Weight	27.3 pounds
Item model number	K1C
Manufacturer	Creality 3D
Product Dimensions	25 x 15 x 22 inches

Creality K1C 3D Printer, 3D Printers with 600mm/s Fast Printing Speed, Support Carbon Fiber Filament 300℃ High-Temp Print, Auto Leveling and Clog-Free Direct Extruder 8.66x8.66x9.84 inch

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