| A | B |
| Printer | A device that prints text or illustrations on paper. |
| Daisy-wheel | Has a plastic/metal wheel with the shape of each character stands out in relief. |
| Dot-matrix | Creates characters by striking pins against an ink ribbon. |
| Ink-jet | Sprays ink at a sheet of paper. |
| Laser | Uses the same technology as copy machines. |
| LCD and LED | Liquid crystals or light-emitting diodes produce an image on the drum. |
| Line printer | Contains a chain of characters or pins that print an entire line at one time. |
| Thermal printer | Works by pushing heated pins against heat-sensitive paper. |