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Buying a Printer

Are Cables Included?

SUMMARY: Will you need to buy USB, parallel, or Firewire cables for your printer?

Heed this warning, else you may find yourself returning to a computer or office supply store in a foul mood. Before you take your printer to the cash register, or before you click the "Buy" button if you are purchasing a printer online, ensure the printer comes with all cables needed to connect to your machine. Specifically, make sure the printer either comes with a parallel port cable or (now the norm) a USB or Firewire cable, depending on its connections.