Printer
A printer is a device that can produce a paper copy of information from a computer. The information may include words, pictures or other printable content.
Printers are commonly used in schools, offices, shops and other places where information needs to be printed on paper.
Learning Objectives
- Identify a printer.
- Understand what a printer does.
- Understand the difference between screen information and a paper copy.
- Learn how to use a printer safely with adult guidance.
What Is a Printer?
A printer is an output device. It can take information from a computer and produce a copy on paper.
A printer can turn digital information into a paper copy.
What Can a Printer Print?
- Words and sentences.
- Pictures.
- Drawings.
- School work.
- Documents and other printable information.
The exact type of printing depends on the printer and the computer application being used.
Using a Printer Safely
Printers contain moving parts and should be used with adult guidance. We should not put our fingers inside a printer or pull paper out roughly.
Printers should be operated carefully and responsibly.
Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse a printer with a monitor.
- Do not put your fingers inside a printer.
- Do not pull paper forcefully.
- Ask an adult for help when using a printer.
Practice
1. What is a printer?
2. What does a printer produce?
3. Can a printer print pictures?
4. Where might you see a printer?
Try It Yourself
Look at a printer with an adult. Find where paper is placed and where the printed paper comes out. Do not operate the printer without permission.
Quick Revision
- A printer is an output device.
- It can produce a paper copy of digital information.
- Printers can print words and pictures.
- Printers should be used carefully.
Next Step
Now that you know about the printer, the next lesson will introduce some other common devices that can be used with computers.