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3D printer
Definition
a device used to print three-dimensional objects by the process
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802.11x
Definition
is generic term to refer to the IEEE 802.11 standard for defining communication over a wireless LAN (WLAN).
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AirPort
Definition
is a WLAN networking device by Apple Computer. It is based on Wi-Fi standards ( IEEE 802.11b) and is compatible with other 802.11b devices.
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AirPrint
Definition
is an Apple technology that helps you create full-quality printed output without the need to download or install drivers.
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Bluetooth
Definition
a brand name for a wireless networking technology that uses short-wave radio frequencies to interconnect cell phones, portable computers, and other wireless electronic devices.
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CIFS
Definition
is a standard file system designed for sharing files over the Internet.
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CIFS(acronym)
Definition
Common Internet File System
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COM1
Definition
is a serial port on a computer. A serial port is a socket enabling peripheral devices like a mouse or a modem to connect to the computer via a cable.
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COM1(acronym)
Definition
communication port 1
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Calibration
Definition
is setting up a measurement device by giving it the information it needs to recognize the environment where it is used
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Charging
Definition
is to add power to the device's battery, allowing it to store the energy it needs to carry out its functions.(In this case for the printer)
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Cleaning
Definition
is the practice of maintaining the machine, including hardware and software
(In this case for the printer)
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Cleaning blade
Definition
is any material in stick form that is run against a roll and is used to keep the roll clean. Materials can be just about anything like composite, metal, or plastic.
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Collation
Definition
is a term used to describe how printed material is organized. For example, imagine printing a document that is five pages long. If multiple copies are being printed, and things are selected pages 1,2,3,4 and 5 would print in that order, then repeat
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DB-25
Definition
is a common type of electrical connector D-shaped metal shield with 25 pins
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DB-25(acronym)
Definition
serial communications D shell connector 25 pins
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DB-9
Definition
is a common type of electrical connector D-shaped metal shield only with 9 pins.
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DB-9(acronym)
Definition
serial communications D shell connector 9 pins
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Developing
Definition
is the process of conceiving, specifying, designing, programming, documenting, testing, and bug fixing.
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Dot matrix Printer
Definition
is an impact printer that prints using a fixed number of pins or wires.
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Duplex printing/Duplexing assembly
Definition
is a feature of some computer printers and multi-function printers that allows the printing of a sheet of paper on both sides automatically.
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Ethernet
Definition
is a family of wired computer networking technologies commonly used in local area networks, metropolitan area networks and wide area networks
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Exposing
Definition
it makes those routines available to the programmer through a programming interface
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FRU
Definition
is a printed circuit board, part, or assembly that can be quickly and easily removed from a computer or other piece of electronic equipment, and replaced by the user or a technician without having to send the entire product or system to a repair facility.
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FRU(acronym)
Definition
Field Replaceable Unit
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Faded printouts
Definition
is having empty or defective toner cartridges or using defective cartridges
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Fuser assembly
Definition
Using pressure and heat, it fuses the toner powder onto the page to create a print, and without out it, your printer cannot operate.
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GDI
Definition
This was originally developed by Microsoft for use within Windows. Graphics and text objects are represented as a raster image by the Operating System and transmitted to output devices such as monitors and printers without the need to convert to another format such as Postscript or PCL.
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GDI(acronym)
Definition
graphics device interface
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Ghost images
Definition
the marks being made on the paper are much lighter in color and appear more faded than typical documents further down the paper.
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IP (acronym) address allocation
Definition
internet protocol address allocation
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IP address allocation
Definition
are assigned to computers, that belong to networks based on TCP/IP protocol
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IPP
Definition
is a specialized Internet protocol for communication between client devices and printers.
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IPP(acronym)
Definition
internet printing protocol
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Imaging drum
Definition
Along with the toner and roller, this item helps finalize the ink-to-paper process, receiving the image or text and then transferring it to paper.
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Impact Printer
Definition
create an image by using some mechanism to physically press an inked ribbon against the page, causing the ink to be deposited on the page in the shape desired. These printers are typically loud, but remain in use today because of their unique ability to function with multipart forms.
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Ink cartridge
Definition
are printer cartridges that contain ink and are used by inkjet printers.
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Inked ribbon
Definition
is an expendable module serving the function of transferring pigment to paper in various devices for impact printing.
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Inkjet Printer
Definition
is a popular choice for home printing needs. They create images by precisely spraying thousands of tiny ink droplets onto paper, similar to how TV and computer screens render images through clusters of thousands of pixels.
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Isopropyl alcohol
Definition
A CDC-recommended disinfectant that is also within HP's cleaning guidelines is an alcohol solution
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LPD/LPR
Definition
is a network printing protocol for submitting print jobs to a remote printer. The original implementation of LPD was in the Berkeley printing system in the BSD UNIX operating system
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LPD/LPR(acronym)
Definition
line printer daemon / line printer remote
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LPT
Definition
is the original, yet still common, name of the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers
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LPT(acronym)
Definition
line printer terminal
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Laser printer
Definition
are machines that melt toner powder onto paper to create a print. Is more expensive upfront and uses pricier toner cartridges but is still a more economical option in the long run with its overall lower cost per page, faster print speeds.
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MFD
Definition
is a machine that can print, copy and scan. These devices have faster print speeds and allow additional functionality such as scan to email.
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MFD(acronym)
Definition
Multi Function Device
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Magnetic cleaning brush
Definition
tools would be the most appropriate to use for cleaning the inside of a laser printer
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Maintenance kit
Definition
is a set of replacement parts for a printer
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Monitor/Visual Display Unit/ VDU
Definition
commonly called as Visual Display Unit (VDU), are the main output device of a computer. It forms images from tiny dots, called pixels that are arranged in a rectangular form. The sharpness of the image depends upon the number of pixels
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NFC
Definition
is a short-range wireless technology that allows data to pass from one device to another by simply touching them or holding them close together.
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NFC(acronym)
Definition
Near field communication
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Name resolution
Definition
are converting a human-readable name assigned to a computer to its IP address in the network or converting a domain name to its IP address on the Internet.
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Network
Definition
This allows multiple computers to print to a single printer, or for multiple printers to share the workload among several computers.
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PCL
Definition
is a language that enables application s to control HP DeskJet, LaserJet, and other HP printers.
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PCL(acronym)
Definition
Printer Control Language
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PDF
Definition
used to display documents in an electronic form independent of the software, hardware or operating system they are viewed on.
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PDF(acronym)
Definition
Portable Document Format
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PPM
Definition
is used to measure the printing speed of both inkjet and laser printers.
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PPM(acronym)
Definition
Pages Per Minute
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Pickup roller
Definition
is to pick up the paper from the tray. The roller is soft and has a rubbery finish to keep the printing papers intact.
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Printhead
Definition
is a printer component that helps transfer ink onto the page. It does this by firing tiny droplets of ink via numerous printer nozzles to create a desired print.
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Printer calibration
Definition
enables you to keep track of "device drift". Over time, even with consistent use of the same consumables (ink, toner, paper), your printer will suffer from device drift.
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Printer driver/print processor
Definition
is software that your computer uses to speak to a physical printer, which may be connected to your computer or to another computer on your network.
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Processing
Definition
the technique of printing a full spectrum of colors using halftones of only 4 ink colors layered over each other: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black (or, CMYK).
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RS-232
Definition
It has a simple wiring scheme allowing for inexpensive cables; data rates for the interface typically ranged from 110 to 19,200 bits per second.
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RS-232(acronym)
Definition
Recommended Standard 232
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SMB
Definition
is a function used to print data by directly specifying this machine on the computer.
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SMB(acronym)
Definition
server message block
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SOHO
Definition
are designed for office use with print volume range up to 10,000 pages monthly. Fast printing, copying, scanning and faxing are essential for office needs.
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SOHO(acronym)
Definition
small office/home office
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Separation pad
Definition
in any printer or fax machine that takes loose sheets of paper, a stationary pad across which the paper passes when it is being fed in, to introduce friction and help separate the top sheet of paper from the rest.
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Serial
Definition
is a term used to describe the process of transmitting information one bit at a time, or sequentially
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TCP(acronym)/IP(acronym)
Definition
transmission control protocol/internet protocol
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TCP/IP
Definition
allow digital computers to communicate over long distances.
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TXT
Definition
is a file extension for a text file, used by a variety of text editors. Text is a human-readable sequence of characters and the words they form that can be encoded into computer-readable formats.
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TXT(acronym)
Definition
text file
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Telnet
Definition
runs on your computer and connects your PC to a server on the network (In this instance your Network Printer).
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Thermal Printer
Definition
is a printer that uses heated pins to "burn" images onto heat-sensitive paper. ... These printers are commonly used in calculators and fax machines; and although they are inexpensive and print relatively fast, they produce low resolution print jobs.
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Toner
Definition
is a powder mixture used in laser printers and photocopiers to form the printed text and images on the paper, in general through a toner cartridge.
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Toner cartridge
Definition
use laser technology to melt toner dust onto a page in order to create an image. Toner dust is very refined plastic that is used for printing.
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Toner vacuum
Definition
are specifically made for cleaning toner cartridges and have filters that are able to trap fine toner particles.
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Tractor feed
Definition
is a "pin feed" mechanism that moves continuous sheets of paper with perforated holes on both sides across the print head of a printer.
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Transfer belt
Definition
is a rotating belt that is typically large which carries the mixture of different colors of toner particles.
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Transfer roller
Definition
is a component in your office's laser printers that transfers images onto paper. The component also collects any excess toner and routes it to a waste reservoir so the ink doesn't collect inside of your printer.
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Transfer Unit
Definition
is the part of the laser printing process that is responsible for transferring the image on the page before it goes through the fusing unit
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USB
Definition
is an industry standard that establishes specifications for cables and connectors and protocols for connection, communication and power supply between computers, peripherals and other computers.
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USB (acronym)
Definition
universal serial bus
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VDU
Definition
are the main output device of a computer. It forms images from tiny dots, called pixels that are arranged in a rectangular form.
Term
VDU(acronym)
Definition
Visual Display Unit
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Vertical streaks on pages
Definition
a line parallel to the sides of a page or sheet as distinguished from a horizontal line caused by a dirty corona wire, a toner cartridge, or the drum unit.
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Virtual printer
Definition
is a simulated device whose user interface and API resemble that of a printer driver, but which is not connected with a physical computer printer.
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