Printer

An external hardware device responsible for taking computer data and generating a hard copy of that data. Printers are one of the most used peripherals on computers and are commonly used to print text, images, and/or photos. The image to the right is a visual example of the Lexmark Z605 Inkjet printer and is an example of what a printer may look like.

Types of printers

Printer interfaces

Information about how to print a file or document can be found on document CH000902.
Additional information and help with computer printers can be found on our printer help page.
Printer buying tips can be found on our printers buying tips page.

Also see: DPI, Output device, Paper jam, Print, Printer definitions

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