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: Dot Matrix printer Inkjet printer Laser printer Thermal printer LED printer

• 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: Output device, Paper jam, Print, Printer definitions