Choosing the Right Photo Printer
Compatibility
Make sure the technology your photo printer uses is compatible with your
computer’s technology. Most printers use USB interface, some still use the
older parallel port technology.
Important Tip:
ALWAYS check for the ink cartridge prices before you purchase a photo
printer. Why? Because sometimes cheaper printers end up costing you more due
to the high costs of their ink cartridges. You should calculate the "cost of
ownership" per month. The math is simple: (number of prints per month) times
(cost of the printer cartridge) divided by (the yield of the printer
cartridge). Yield is the number of pages that can be printed with one
particular printer cartridge.
For example, assume that average home user prints 150 black pages per month
using a black printer cartridge that yields 200 pages and costs $28. The
monthly "cost of ownership" is
(150 pages) x ($28) = $21
200 pages
Also look at the printer ink alternatives; besides the original
manufacturer's printer cartridges (OEMs), you may have the selection of
remanufactured printer ink cartridges, compatible ink cartridges, and
printer ink refill kits.
Before buying your photo printer, visit
www.printcountry.com to check out the prices of the ink cartridges your
target photo printer uses.
Also read our
Printing Buying Guide for fully detailed information before choosing
your printer.
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