Three types of printers include dot matrix, inkjet, and laser. All can print in monochrome, and can be equipped to print in color. The dot matrix printer is an impact printer, while the inkjet and laser are nonimpact printers. The speed of the dot matrix is measured in characters per second, and in pages per minute for the inkjet and laser.

The print quality of the dot matrix printer is determined by the number of pins in the print head. The dot matrix can print in draft or near letter quality modes. The inkjet and laser printer's print quality is measured in dots per inch. Inkjet and laser printers can contain built-in memory and fonts which can speed up printing. The laser printer uses a printer language which can be HP-PCL or PostScript.

Finally, all printers are easily maintained by replacing the printer ribbon, print head, or toner cartridge.

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