Printers

There are inkjet, laser, all-in-one, and photo printers. Inkjet printers are versatile for color printing, while laser printers are better for high-volume black-and-white printing. All-in-one printers include scanning and copying functions, and photo printers are designed for high-quality image printing.

Inkjet printers are ideal for color and photo printing, while laser printers are better for fast, high-volume black-and-white or text-heavy printing. Laser printers also have lower long-term costs for frequent printing.

Wired printers connect directly to a computer via USB or Ethernet, providing a stable connection. Wireless printers use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, allowing printing from multiple devices without direct cable connections.

Many modern printers support mobile and cloud printing through apps like Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, or manufacturer-specific apps, enabling printing from smartphones and tablets.

Check the printer’s specifications for compatibility with your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux) and available connection types, such as USB, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth.

Ongoing costs include ink or toner replacements, paper, and occasional maintenance. Laser printers typically have lower long-term costs compared to inkjet printers, which require frequent ink replacements.

This depends on the printer model and cartridge capacity. Laser printers generally yield thousands of pages per toner cartridge, while inkjet printers print a few hundred pages per ink cartridge.

Most printers support standard paper sizes, but some can print on envelopes, labels, glossy photo paper, or cardstock. Check the printer specifications for supported media types.

Duplex printing allows automatic double-sided printing, reducing paper usage and costs. It is useful for offices or users who frequently print multi-page documents.