Industrialization and modernization have always been partners in the evolution of society. More people now move or live in cities, reducing the space for houses and offices. This in turn, limits the space that may have otherwise been there to accommodate different equipment and furniture. There was a time when a dryer and washer were two different machines, but now they are combined into one to meet emerging needs. The same rings true for a fax machine, scanner, printer, and copier. They can now be combined into one with a multifunction peripheral, otherwise known as MFP Machine.
Technology has helped evolve this concept. It combines multiple functions, and even allows users to send input or save output while remaining online, among others. Most machines come equipped with a touch screen, which is often used by this generation's users.
Normally, an MFP device would have one main function, with one or more additional functions. An example would be a digital copy machine that can also scan and print documents. It may even have fax and sorting capabilities.
Another example is a fax machine that may look like your normal fax machine, but has the capability to connect to a computer for the input, save incoming faxes as a soft copy, or be able to scan, print, and copy documents. Another example may be a combination of printer, scanner, and copier, with the capability to send and receive faxed transmissions.
Various companies in this business have created different MFP machines. As such, there are different types in existence now, which are SOHO, all-in-one, Production Printing, and Office. These can be differentiated based on their usage, as well as the customer base they were made for. Some of these devices are made for individuals, families, small businesses, commercial offices, and enterprises. As such, cost, ease of use, features, throughput, and output quality, naturally depend on the type required by the user.
For office or home use, an AIO or all-in-one device is recommended. Copying, scanning, and printing are the basic functions of this type of machine. Input can be sent through USB connection, WiFi, or Ethernet cable. Users can also choose between a laser printer and an ink jet printer. Text printouts are better with laser printers, while photos are better with ink jet printers.
A SOHO MFP can either be large or desktop-sized, but is primarily designed for Small Office or Home Office spaces. It would generally have print, scan, copy, and fax options, and may allow for document storage. Similar to AIOs, connection may be Ethernet, WiFi, or USB-based. Due to their larger size, SOHO devices would normally have additional paper trays or feeders, and offer additional functions like automatic paper feeding and sorting.
Networked offices, on the other hand, would benefit more from Office MFPs. Like other types, users have fax, copy, scan, and print options. Authentication protocols can be put in place by the management. As such, an employee's credentials would limit their capability to access certain functions or features. Due to the availability of networked connection, input can be managed through FTP and email, and also through USB.
Production Printing machines are generally not as advanced technologically. However, this lack in the number of features is countered by advanced functionality like binding a book, fast printing speed, and excellent output quality. This is perfect in businesses where the main objective is to produce the highest volume of output.
Technology has helped evolve this concept. It combines multiple functions, and even allows users to send input or save output while remaining online, among others. Most machines come equipped with a touch screen, which is often used by this generation's users.
Normally, an MFP device would have one main function, with one or more additional functions. An example would be a digital copy machine that can also scan and print documents. It may even have fax and sorting capabilities.
Another example is a fax machine that may look like your normal fax machine, but has the capability to connect to a computer for the input, save incoming faxes as a soft copy, or be able to scan, print, and copy documents. Another example may be a combination of printer, scanner, and copier, with the capability to send and receive faxed transmissions.
Various companies in this business have created different MFP machines. As such, there are different types in existence now, which are SOHO, all-in-one, Production Printing, and Office. These can be differentiated based on their usage, as well as the customer base they were made for. Some of these devices are made for individuals, families, small businesses, commercial offices, and enterprises. As such, cost, ease of use, features, throughput, and output quality, naturally depend on the type required by the user.
For office or home use, an AIO or all-in-one device is recommended. Copying, scanning, and printing are the basic functions of this type of machine. Input can be sent through USB connection, WiFi, or Ethernet cable. Users can also choose between a laser printer and an ink jet printer. Text printouts are better with laser printers, while photos are better with ink jet printers.
A SOHO MFP can either be large or desktop-sized, but is primarily designed for Small Office or Home Office spaces. It would generally have print, scan, copy, and fax options, and may allow for document storage. Similar to AIOs, connection may be Ethernet, WiFi, or USB-based. Due to their larger size, SOHO devices would normally have additional paper trays or feeders, and offer additional functions like automatic paper feeding and sorting.
Networked offices, on the other hand, would benefit more from Office MFPs. Like other types, users have fax, copy, scan, and print options. Authentication protocols can be put in place by the management. As such, an employee's credentials would limit their capability to access certain functions or features. Due to the availability of networked connection, input can be managed through FTP and email, and also through USB.
Production Printing machines are generally not as advanced technologically. However, this lack in the number of features is countered by advanced functionality like binding a book, fast printing speed, and excellent output quality. This is perfect in businesses where the main objective is to produce the highest volume of output.
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