Glossary of Terms

Inkjet Printers

Keyword Definition
Bubblejet A specific type of inkjet technology where heat is used to create bubbles that propel ink onto the paper.
Cartridge A container that holds ink and is installed in the printer to supply ink during the printing process.
DPI Dots per inch; a measurement of the resolution of a printed image.
Inkjet A type of printer that uses ink droplets to create images and text on paper.
Paper Feed The mechanism that moves paper into the printer for printing.
Print Head The part of the printer that holds the ink cartridges and applies ink to the paper.
Print Speed The rate at which a printer produces printed pages, usually measured in pages per minute (PPM).