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A printer connected to a computer by way of a port on a computer is called?
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∙ 11y ago
It is known as a local printer, as opposed to a network printer, which is a printer connected to a network.
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∙ 14y agoA (local) printer
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What is a printer connected to a computer by way of a port on the computer called?
a local printer
What type of printer is connected to the computer by way of a port?
They would usually be called a USB printer. It can vary depending on what type of port.
Where are peripheral connected?
Computer peripherals are connected to ports. For instance, a printer may be connected to a serial or parallel port. Modern keyboards and mice are commonly connected to the computer using the USB port.
How you connected a Lexmark 1200 printer?
You plug it into an available USB port on your computer.
What are the different ways a printer can be connected to a computer?
Printers are commonly connected by one of three waysOlder printers (and some new ones) are connected by a special cable that runs from the "Parallel Printer Port" on the computer to the printer.Most newer printers can be connected by a special USB cable.Some new printers can also be connected by wireless either directly or via a router. IF ALL ELSE FAILS, READ THE INSTRUCTIONS.
List the three ways to make a printer available on a network?
1. A regular printer can be attached to a PC using a port on the PC, and then that PC can share the printer with the network. 2. A network printer with embedded logic to manage network communication can be connected directly to a network with its own NIC. 3. A dedicated device or computer called a print server can control several printers connected to a network.
Which usb port does the printer go into on the computer?
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What technology does the mouse use and how is it connected to the computer?
It is connected into the usb port on the computer. :D :P
What is Port in hardware?
The port is located may be located on the back or front of your computer. For instance a USB port is usually on the front. A port is then connected to a certain device. For instance your keyboad is connected to a keyboard port so that your computer keyboard can work. All ports are connected to the motherboard, which allows whaever device port you connected to to run...
What is an opening of the computer connected to a card or to place on the motherboard called?
Perhaps a port (opening), or a bay (contained receptacle)?
How do wireless printers work?
A wireless print server is a device which will enable you to share your USB or Parallel port printer on a wireless or wired network.The print server can be configured to connect to an existing wireless network and can then be connected to the printer via the USB or Parallel port, once this has been done the printer should be available for use on any computer on the network.
Can a computer have more than one printer installed in it and explain?
Yes because it is upgradable. yOU NEED TO SHARE THE PRINTER. Most computers today have several Universal Serial Bus inputs, and each one is capable of supporting a different printer. However, the printer drivers must be installed on the computer, so that the computer can communicate with the printer. These drivers are contained in the installation disc which comes with the printer, or can be downloaded from the manufacturers website. Older computers had a parallel port to drive printers, and could only operate one printer. A 'shared' printer is one which is accessible from the local are network, which allows a user on a computer which is not directly connected to the printer to use that printer.
