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It uses 2 main parts, a light source (usually a cold cathode tube) and a light sensor (similar to that of a photo camera). The two parts are usually on a tray that sweeps the paper at a slow speed so that more detail is captured by the sensor.
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How do you fix your fingerprint scanner that wont work on your PC?
My computer has a fingerprint scanner but whenever I try to use quick launch (swipe your finger and it takes you to a set webpage) it doesn't work but when I log into a website it works and it doesn't work when I try to sign into my computer.
Is an scanner a imput or output?
A scanner is an input device because you cannot send data from your computer to the scanner, only from the scanner to the computer.
Does my image scanner need to be the same brand as my computer?
No, your image scanner along with any other hardware that you may have does not need to be the same brand as your computer. Any scanner that you buy will come with a set of CDs that will include the software and drivers that your computer requires in order to run the scanner using your computer. Most computers now have the capability to work with almost any brand of hardware.
Is an scanner an output device?
No, it is an input. The data goes in to the computer from the scanner, not out of the computer to the scanner.
What is the purpose of a CCD scanner?
A CCD scanner is a charge-coupled device scanner. These scanners are used to scan the barcodes of products in retail stores. It refers to the optical system that makes the scanner work to transfer information to a computer.
Is a scanner is a input or an output?
A scanner is an input device, like a microphone. You cannot send data from your computer to the scanner, only from the scanner to the computer.
How can I upload an image without a scanner?
Take a photo of it with a digital camera, load it onto your computer and work from there.
What are some uses for the OBD2 scanner?
The OBD II scanner is an on-board diagnostic tool. It is a device that can read trouble codes when connected to a vehicle's computer. The OBD II scanner will only work on automobiles manufactured in 1996 and later.
Is the scanner of a computer a hard ware or soft ware?
Is the scanner of a computer a hard ware or soft ware
What is the use of a scanner and computers?
A scanner is a device that reads documents etc, and converts them into electronic form for use by the computer. Think of it like a small version of a photocopier - they work in very similar ways.
How do you scan a document to a computer?
Use a computer scanner.
How do you color a picture on your computer?
Buy a scanner, put the drawing onto it, plug it in to the computer, and follow the scanner's instructions to scan it.
