Local printers connect to a computer via a port, such as a Universal Serial Bus, while remote printers connect through wireless technology or via a print server -- a computer, router or other device ...

Some printing devices feature a universal serial bus port to which you connect a Bluetooth dongle, or adapter. Attaching the dongle to the printer enables the device to communicate over Bluetooth ...

There are four basic ways to connect a printer to a computer. It’s important to understand these before purchasing a printer or a new computer. Most old printers connect using a parallel port on the ...

The advent of wireless technology in consumer electronics has greatly simplified our lives. A wireless printer is a great addition to the hybrid lifestyle since it frees us from the confines of a desk ...

I love technology, but I've never met a printer that I didn't want to throw into a fire. Between lots of moving parts and expensive ink refills, it's no surprise these must-have tools cause endless ...

When everything is working well, printing can feel effortless. Just click to print, and your document emerges from the printer moments later. When your printer isn’t properly connected to Wi-Fi, ...

With Windows 7, you can more easily share files and printers across a network via the new HomeGroups feature. HomeGroups lets you connect to files and printers with a group password–if all the PCs ...