What is the Price of a Printer? Inkjet & Laser Printer Costs Explained (2)

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What is the Price of a Printer? Inkjet Laser
Printer Costs Explained

• Presented By
• Imaging Spectrum

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A common misconception is that because we live in
a digital age, we dont need printers
anymore. However, nothing could be further from
the truth.
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What to Consider When Buying a Printer

• The first thing to consider is whether you want
  an inkjet printer or a laser printer.
• Inkjet printer 
• Uses ink thats placed onto the paper in tiny
  droplets
• Produce high-resolution photos
• Ideal if you print text, colorful graphics, and
  photos often. 
• Laser printer 
• Uses the same technology as a photocopier. 
• When you press print a laser scans back and
  forth 
• This creates static electricity to act as a
  magnet for the toner
• Advantages of inkjet printers 
•  Does a better job at making colors appear
  blended in graphics and photos. 
• Cheaper than purchasing a laser printer.

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• Disadvantages of inkjet printers 
• Inkjet cartridges dont last as long. Youll be
  purchasing cartridges more often. 
• Inkjet printers are slower at printing than laser
  printers. 
• Advantages of laser printers 
• Laser printers are fast and can print pages more
  quickly than inkjet printers. 
• If you print text-heavy content, you cant get
  any sharper text than with a laser printer. 
• Disadvantages laser printers 
• While laser printers are quicker than inkjets,
  they do take time to warm up. 
• The toner cartridges are more expensive upfront
  than inkjet cartridges. 
• Laser printers are bigger, heavier and take up
  more room.

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What to Know About Printer Costs

• A vast difference in prices. It could range from
  100 to 15,000. 
• What factors determine cost
• Pages per minute printed
• Color or black and white
• Scanning, faxing or emailing capabilities
• Document collating 
• Ink or toner capacity
• Name brand

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We hope it gives you a better idea of what to
look for when considering a new printer for your
business. 

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