COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

Detailed explanation-1: -Dot-matrix printers are impact printers and therefore can be used with multipart forms.

Detailed explanation-2: -Dot matrix printers can print multiple sheets at once, printing directly onto the white front sheet, then following on to the coloured carbon copies behind. In general, dot matrix printers are more reliable than laser or inkjet machines, especially when used in dirty environments such as warehouses or car garages.

Detailed explanation-3: -A dot matrix printer is capable of printing from 280 characters to 1066 characters per second. It has the advantage that you can make multiple copies simultaneously with carbon paper, or many new models have the ability to print onto single sheets of paper.