A printer that forms a text or graphic image by spraying or fusing ink to a page.

A printer that produces images without striking the paper, such as ink-jet and laser printers.

A printer that uses chemicals, lasers, or heat to form the images on the paper.

A class of printers that form images without striking the page, such as thermal, ink jet, or electrostatic.

Printer that forms characters and graphics on a piece of paper without actually striking the paper. Some spray ink, while others use heat and pressure to create images. 6.15- 22

Any printer that creates an image without striking a ribbon against the paper. Nonimpact printer include thermal printers, ink-jet printers, and laser printers. These printers are all much quieter ... more