An inkjet printer is the most popular choice for home printing needs. These printers work by spraying droplets of ink onto paper, unlike laser printers that use toner and are primarily designed for high-volume office printing.
Inkjet Printers | The Interesting Technology Behind It
If you are considering purchasing an inkjet printer, take a look at how these printers work and are used.
An inkjet printer is a peripheral device that connects to a computer wirelessly or via a cable. At home, it receives documents or images from the computer and prints them on bond paper or high-quality photo paper. In the case of a wireless printer, anyone in the household can print to the printer from a wireless device, as long as both people are on the same home network.
Inkjet printers perform best on nonporous paper, so a slightly heavier weight of bond paper common in offices (24 lb. vs. 20 lb.) is desirable. Paper specifically designed for inkjet printers has a hard surface that prevents colors from bleeding. This type of paper is slightly more expensive than typical office copy paper. High-quality photo paper is also produced for inkjet printers, but is more expensive than bond paper.
