1.3.4 (b): describe the principles of operation of laser printers and describe how they are applied to real-life scenarios

-Laser printers use dry powdered ink instead of liquid ink to print.

-They also use static electricity to print characters and images.

-Unlike inkjet printers, which print line by line. Laser printers will print the whole page in one go. (A bit like compilers with code)

-This gives them a speed advantage, which is why they are suitable for large print jobs.

-They also don't run out of ink halfway through like other printers do.

Laser printer algorithm:

Advantage of laser printers:

-Laser printers have speed advantage over inkjet printers.
-Therefore, laser printers are good for large, high-quality print jobs. (high volume printing)
-E.g (printing exam papers)
-They have large toner cartridges and large print trays.