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Revision as of 20:09, November 21, 2016
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Network printers are not directly connected to a controller (usually a computer) but rather a print server, which exists as an accessible entity on the [[local area network]]. In some cases, the print server is an entirely separate server computer, through which all print jobs are managed. However, sometimes (especially in smaller installations) the printer uses an internal print server. Either way, when something is to be printed, the requesting device connects to the print server through the intranet (or sometimes internet) and delivers the print job. The print server then has the printer complete the task.<br />
Network printers are not directly connected to a controller (usually a computer) but rather a print server, which exists as an accessible entity on the [[local area network]]. In some cases, the print server is an entirely separate server computer, through which all print jobs are managed. However, sometimes (especially in smaller installations) the printer uses an internal print server. Either way, when something is to be printed, the requesting device connects to the print server through the intranet (or sometimes internet) and delivers the print job. The print server then has the printer complete the task.<br />
Network printers are commonly used for frequent and high-volume printing, so they often use the Lasterjet method, which is fast and inexpensive. Laserjet printers are at least somewhat larger than most other printers. To provide the speed and functionality required, they are often towers which stand three to four feet tall.
Network printers are commonly used for frequent and high-volume printing, so they often use the Lasterjet method, which is fast and inexpensive. Laserjet printers are at least somewhat larger than most other printers. To provide the speed and functionality required, they are often towers which stand three to four feet tall.
====Label====
As well as document/photo printers, a common kind of network printer is the label printer. Rather than paper, these use label media to produce adhesive labels. In general, label printers use the thermal method of printing, which makes the product inexpensive and keeps the printer cleaner. However, these labels are susceptible to heat, so some variations are also sometimes used.<br />
These labels are most commonly used in warehouses and other support facilities. These usually depict predominantly a barcode, so the item they are attached to may be easily scanned. Other relevant information is usually included as well, and the labels sometimes also are created with an embedded RFID chip.
===Plotter===
===Plotter===