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Typically refers to image-capturing devices (e.g. scanners, digital/web cameras, etc.) being standardized for use across different computer hardware and software applications (e.g., PhotoShop, Microsoft Paint, etc.).
Non-TWAIN complaint devices require specific, proprietary software to use the hardware.
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According to Worldstart:
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/1209
TWAIN is an industry wide standard that allows a computer to communicate with a graphic device, such as a scanner or digital camera. Nearly all scanners, digital cameras, and web cams are TWAIN compliant. Devices that are not TWAIN compliant will usually only work with very specific software, which usually comes with the device, while a TWAIN compliant device will usually work with a wide range of software. For instance, Microsoft Word supports acquiring an image from a twain compliant camera or scanner, as does Word Perfect, Adobe PhotoShop, Scansoft Paperport, OmniPage Pro, and so on. Such software is known as TWAIN compliant software in order to differentiate it from the TWAIN compliant device (hardware). The cables used for the TWAIN device must also be TWAIN compliant. For instance, a standard printer cable is not TWAIN compliant and will not work correctly with a scanner even if the connections fit. (Devices and cables will be marked, on the package or on the hardware itself, as TWAIN compliant, if they are.) TWAIN compliancy also comes with a number designation, which simply indicates if the hardware or software meets the CURRENT standards, or if it is an older legacy product. The current standard is for 1184 TWAIN compliance. On an interesting note, the debate rages on as to the origins of the word "TWAIN." Was it born as an acronym for Technology Without An Interesting Name or was the name originally lifted from Kipling's "and never the twain shall meet..." referring to the difficulty of connecting PC's and scanners? -- Lee Trulove
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How change a TWAIN compliant?
To change a TWAIN compliant scanner, you typically need to update the device driver software, which can usually be downloaded from the scanner manufacturer's website. Ensure you have administrator privileges on your computer to install the updated driver, which should enable your scanner to function with the TWAIN interface. If you encounter compatibility issues, check for software updates or contact the manufacturer for support.
Is the Logitech quickcam orbit twain compliant?
no it is not.i have 1 i am using now ands i am currently searching for another 1 that is twain complaint...
How do you scan on a mac?
The Image Capture application in the Applications folder works with the majority of scanners if there is no specific software supplied with the scanner. Otherwise any TWAIN (sometimes known as Technology Without An Interesting Name) compliant software, such as Photoshop, can be used with a TWAIN compliant scanner.
Is compliant behaviour the same as Ethical behaviour?
Compliancy does not automatically equate to ethical behaviour. While behaving in a legally compliant manner is certainly a step towards being ethical, it is still possible to be unethical whilst being totally compliant with legislation.
How do you tell if hardware is Y2K compliant?
If it gives the correct year, it's Y2K compliant. If it thinks the year is "19-something" (for example, if it thinks 2012 is 1912), it's not Y2K compliant and you have a really old computer for some reason.
What is the significance of being y2k compliant?
The significance of being Y2K compliant was that if you were compliant, you would not lose data when the calendar changed from 1999 to 2000. At the time, many people were afraid that if their computers were not Y2K compliant, they would all begin to malfunction and mess up things like ATM withdrawals, credit statements, and bank accounts.
What is meant by flexibility?
Being able to bend without breaking, or compliant.
How can a business make sure that they are CAN-SPAM law compliant?
A business can make sure that it is a CAN-SPAM law compliant by viewing the policy of being a law compliant. In addition, a business can make sure if it constantly looks over its policies and actions.
Compliant with or compliant to?
Comparison: What's best or correct use of "Compliant", is it "Compliant with"? or "Compliant to"?The answer is: "Compliant with": "compliant with" is correct use. e.g. "People used to be compliant with nature's laws, and thus there used to be a harmony between human beings and nature. (See Ref @ "http://www.thefreedictionary.com/compliant")
Does hp psc 1610xi all-in-one support twain?
on my computer, it gives me two options. hp psc series or hp psc series twain. so yeah i think it does. i don't know what twain even is though.
What are compliant letters?
what are compliant letters
What is the verb of compliant?
The verb of compliant is comply. As in "to comply with something or someone".
