Buying a printer can save people time and money they might otherwise spend on printing at an office supply store such as Office Depot or Kinko's. But while printers are a source of real convenience, it's also a source of real frustration. Do the differing features in printers really matter all that much? Is one company better than the other? The following are some tips for buying printers.
Types of Printers
There are many different types of printers out there. Consumers have choices like inkjet, laser and monochrome printers, among others. Before people buy a printer they should think about what the primary use of their printer will be.
Let's say someone only prints a lot of text documents, such as reports or research. According to ConsumerResearch.com, a monochrome laser printer would probably be the best thing for you since they are the types of printers specifically designed to print in only one color (usually black).
If someone writes a lot of business documents with a moderate amount of graphs and simple pictures, a laser printer might be best. A laser printer can print in several colors, but, like the monochrome printer, is made for quick and simple print jobs.
If a photographer or graphic designer needs to buy a printer, they should consider an inkjet printer. They are a little more expensive, not as quick, but have a much higher quality when printing photos and visuals when compared with a laser printer.
Let's say someone only prints a lot of text documents, such as reports or research. According to ConsumerResearch.com, a monochrome laser printer would probably be the best thing for you since they are the types of printers specifically designed to print in only one color (usually black).
If someone writes a lot of business documents with a moderate amount of graphs and simple pictures, a laser printer might be best. A laser printer can print in several colors, but, like the monochrome printer, is made for quick and simple print jobs.
If a photographer or graphic designer needs to buy a printer, they should consider an inkjet printer. They are a little more expensive, not as quick, but have a much higher quality when printing photos and visuals when compared with a laser printer.
Function
In addition to printing, think about what else you want the printer to do. For example, if you don't scan a lot of documents, don't buy a printer with a scanner. The same goes for all the other additional features: fax, copier, etc. If you don't need it, don't buy it. You'll save money you can spend on other things for your computer or you'll be able to upgrade to a printer that does the specialized things you want it to do better and faster.
Which Company?
Many people feel a bit of company loyalty when it comes to buying hardware for our computers. Is there a company you just won't buy from? One you can't stand the customer service for?
According to the editors of CNET UK, Canon is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 9 in their top-ten list of printers with the Canon i80 reaching the top of that list with an 8.3 out of 10. Epson also has three different printers making the top of the list. Do a little bit of research and you'll be happy with your purchase for a printer well after you walk out of the computer store.
According to the editors of CNET UK, Canon is No. 1, No. 2 and No. 9 in their top-ten list of printers with the Canon i80 reaching the top of that list with an 8.3 out of 10. Epson also has three different printers making the top of the list. Do a little bit of research and you'll be happy with your purchase for a printer well after you walk out of the computer store.
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