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Print and Scan

Printing and scanning are two of the main functions of a printer. Printing is the process of producing a physical copy of a paper document or image, while scanning is the process of converting a physical document or image into a digital file.

Print

To print a document, you must have a printer connected to your computer. There are various types of printers available in the market such as inkjet, laser and dot matrix printers. Each type of printer has its own characteristics and advantages, depending on the intended use.

To print a document, simply select the print option in the program being used and choose the desired printer. You can also choose print quality, paper size, and other setup options before printing.

Scanning

Scanning is the process of converting a physical document or image into a digital file. To scan a document, you must have a scanner connected to your computer. There are various types of scanners available in the market such as flatbed scanners and handheld scanners.

To scan a document, simply place it on the scanner and select the scan option in the program you are using. You can also choose the scan resolution and other setup options before scanning.

Network Printing and Scanning

In addition to local printing and scanning, it is possible to print and scan over a network, that is, using a shared printer or scanner on a computer network. To do this, you need to configure the printer or scanner for sharing and configure the computer to access them.

To print over a network, simply select the shared printer from the list of available printers. To scan over a network, you must have access to the shared scanner and select it in the scanning program.

Conclusion

Printing and scanning are important features in a work or study environment. With them, it is possible to produce physical copies of documents and images, as well as convert physical documents into digital files. It's important to know the printer and scanner options available on the market and how to configure them to get the best performance.

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