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Inkjet or laser?
Every printer buyer must answer the following question: What, and how much do you intend to print? Laser printers make use of toner. This is a form of ink that bonds with paper. Inkjet printers utilize cartridges that are placed on paper, which is then wet and quickly dry. ,Discover more.
The majority of inkjet printers with color are popular because they can print almost anything: Pie charts essays, glossy photographs as well as pie charts. The latest inkjet printers, including all-in-ones, are extremely efficient and can print at speeds similar to or even better than their laser counterparts.
Monochrome printing remains an alternative for office environments. Laser printers are an excellent option. Monochrome laser printers are cost-effective and offer speedy printing and cost less per page than color inkjets. However, you need to decide if you want to sacrifice the flexibility that the color inkjet printer provides. Color laser printers can be another option, but they generally have higher costs per page than the color inkjet.
Laser printers tend to have excellent page yields; their long-lasting toner cartridges can last between three and 20,000 pages before having to be replaced. Inkjet cartridges tend to last for between 2,000 and 2,500 on average. It's not as crucial if you don't print much or often, but for prolific printers or those buying for offices, it can make a real difference.
Multifunction printers
Multifunction printers can scan print, fax and scan. They come in both laser and inkjet models and are often referred to as "all-in-ones" or multifunction printers (MFPs).
For home use, a multifunction unit makes a lot of sense. Not just since it's less expensive than purchasing both a printer and standalone scanner as well as to save room. Since all-in-ones are extremely popular and the manufacturers don't charge much of a premium for them (you are likely to find one at a price of $50-$60) We strongly recommend them to home users.
MFPs let you scan files to your PC, while some also allow the possibility of faxing. Although they are more common in offices but they do have a limited usage in the business.
Photo printers
A dedicated (single-function) photo printer is an excellent choice if you are more interested in conserving family photos rather instead of printing pie charts or homework assignments. While they aren't as flexible, they offer the same flexibility of multitaskers and the quality of the prints are typically superior, usually matching or surpassing those you get from mail-order services or kiosks. The price you be paying for this convenience comes out in the print cost however. ,View source.
The majority of printers designed exclusively for graphics or photo printing are small-size units capable of printing images up to 4x6 inches in size. They also have wide format models designed to print media that is up to 24 inches wide. These specialty printers also tend to be more expensive than the multifunction printer. Both Canon and Epson are printers that print 8.5 by 11 inches, and employ five or six shades of ink to create photographs with higher accuracy in color. The majority of all-in-one printers are able to print images up to 8.5x11 inches if you use the correct paper.
