#1: Consider the Printer's Noise
A printer may be too noisy to use in some environments.

#2: Printing Standard for Judging Cartridge Yields
Just how much information can your printer print from a single cartridge? An international standard may help you comparison shop.

#3: Consider a Printer with Multiple Paper Trays
Advantages of buying a printer with multiple paper trays.

#4: Consider a Printer that Supports Duplex Printing
Duplex printing may save you time and money by automatically printing on both sides of paper.

#5: Are Cables Included?
Will you need to buy USB, parallel, or Firewire cables for your printer?

#6: Can A Printer Print Photos Without Edges?
The difference between printing photos on a regular printer and photo printer.

#7: Always Buy Extra Toner or Cartridges
Keep extra printer toner in the house or office.

#8: Faster Speed May Require USB 2.0
You may not be able to get advertised fast printer speeds without USB 2.0.

#9: Make Sure it Fits on Your Desk
When purchasing a printer, be sure to consider its footprint.

#10: Consider a Multifunction Unit
Pros and cons of multifunction printers, plus a list of manufacturer links.

#11: Separate Colored Ink Cartridges
Separate colored printer ink cartridges can lower a printer's TCO.

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