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Computer hardwareWhat is hardware?
Hardware is the part of the computer you can TOUCH
Computer hardwareWhat does a printer do?
A printer is used to create a hard-copy of a document on the computerA hard copy is a print-out on paper of a computer document – one you can touchA soft copy is a document saved on a computer – one you can’t touch
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
Dot matrix printer
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
Dot matrix printer
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
AdvantagesEconomical – printing ribbons are cheap
DisadvantagesSlow and noisyColour printing not supported
Dot matrix printer
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
Inkjet printer
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
Inkjet printer
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
AdvantagesQuiet
DisadvantagesUses a lot of inkInk is expensive
Prints beautifully in colour
Inkjet printer
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
Laserjet printer
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
Laserjet printer
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
AdvantagesQuiet
DisadvantagesMore expensive than inkjet printersNot as good as inkjet with graphics
Fast
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
All-in-one printersIntegrates printing, faxing, copying and faxing
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
All-in-one printers
Computer hardwareTypes of printers
All-in-one printersAdvantagesQuietSaves spaceDisadvantagesHigh printing costScanning quality slightly compromised
Computer hardware
