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Laser Printers Versus Inkjet Printers

May 16th, 2008

Reader’s Question:

I am thinking of purchasing a printer but I am not sure what to buy. What is the difference between laser and inkjet printer?

Rita

Fargo, ND

 

Laser printers, in general terms, have higher resolution so they have better print quality. Inkjets provides images by spitting out tiny droplets of ink, so their resolution is lower. You will be able to see that the laser has smoother edges to the fonts if you look closely at a page printed on a laser printer and the same page printed on an inkjet,

Inkjets are the way to go (as of 2003) for affordable color printing. Most of the more recent inkjets provide excellent color clarity and brightness, and are very well suited for printing photographs. In addition, inkjets are usually quite a bit cheaper than lasers, and color inkjets are MUCH cheaper than color laser printers.

While inkjet printers themselves are economical, their ink is much more expensive. Ink cartridges need to be replaced fairly often if you print a lot, and especially if you’re printing pictures, and ink cartridges are cheap. On the other hand, toners for laser printers is pricey, but are changed occasionally. If you are using a laser at home, you may never need to change the toner.

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