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From: Robert.Lisowski@rubbs1.FIDONET.ORG (Robert Lisowski)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.atari.st
Subject: DeskJet (a LaserJet in disguise)
Message-ID: <25.230BF78B@rubbs1.FIDONET.ORG>
Date: 19 Aug 88 04:02:37 GMT
Organization: Rutgers University Fido 107/330 (201) 932-3887
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For the benefit of all of the people who are thinking about getting
a DeskJet, but are unsure of compatibility, I offer the following:
 
 
 
                 If your software supports a LaserJet
 
 
                      It will work with a DeskJet
                       (in most cases--slower)
 
 
 
I own (happily, I might add) a DeskJet, and use it for everything.
I used to use an Epson FX-86e, and I have had no trouble finding
drivers (mostly LaserJet ones) to use with ALL of my previously
purchased programs.  DTP, CAD, WP, Drawing (art) programs, ASCII
text, etc. ALL work just fine with this printer.  The only factor
you may want to consider is speed (it's about 1/2 to 1/4 as fast
as a LaserJet), and possibly the ink's water-solubility, but HP
assures me that they are developing a an ink that is more permanent.
 
I hope I have helped some people clear up the compatibility issue.
At a mail order price of around $725.00, It's perfect for me--that's
all I can say!
 
                      Rob
 

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