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What are the characteristicsof a dot matrix printer? Also... What are the functions of a dot matrix printer?

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1. a dot matrix printer prints using a set of pins, usually 9 or 24 which are set into a print head unit. they are capable of printing at very high speeds and are usually used in offices that use things like 2 part invoices that have a copy of the original made. there are mainly 2 types, 1 is called 'DRAFT' printing and the other is called 'LQ' which is 'Letter Quality' printing. they use a ribbon as the ink source and probably epson is the most famous maker of these printers.
2. Dot Matrix Printer(DMP) is the most popular serial printer i.e. it prints only one character at a time.In DMP' s the printing head contains a vertival array of pines. There are 80 columns and 132 columns DMP' s available in the market. ADVANTAGES :- - Low operating cost. - Can print on continuous stationary. - DMP' s can print carbon copies. - They are roburst and can be used in dirty and harsh conditions.