Re: DeskJet (reprise?)

[eaiu184@rigel.oac.uci.edu (Jimmy Shaw)]

In article <2dkt3h$ao5@news.ysu.edu>, Eric S. Ford <ag471@yfn.ysu.edu> wrote:
>
>I know a lot of discussion has already been made regarding the DeskJet on the
>GS but until now I hadn't thought I'd be upgrading from my IWII.  It looks
>like that will change so I thought I'd ask again...
>
>1. Is it the DeskJet or DeskWriter that offers compatibility with both 8 and
>16 bit applications?

The DeskJET.  The DeskWriter is the mac version, stay away from that!
The deskjet has both serial and parallel ports; you can use a
Mac to ImageWriter I printer cable to connect it to your GS.

>2. Is the DeskJet a worthwhile addition to have?  I've seen it advertised 
>locally for $299.

Yes.  You should be able to buy it for $250 if you look hard enough.
Major computer stores should be able to match this price.

>3. How is the quality of the DeskJet output?

Pretty darn good; especially if you are use to the IW II's output.
With the right paper, you could hardly notice the extra fuzziness
usually associated with inkjet printers.

>4. Are there any potential limitations I should be aware of regarding using
>a DeskJet or DeskWriter on my GS?

Yes: the Deskjet can be used by both GS/OS and prodos 8 programs; 
while the DeskWriter can only be accessed from GS/OS.  This is due 
to the lack of built-in fonts in the deskwriter, since the Mac
uses quickdraw to generate output.

>If this subject has been "beaten to death" on the network you can just send
>email responses.  

Nope, I thought I felt a weak pulse. :)

>-- 
>Eric S. Ford    ag471@yfn.ysu.edu

Jimmy


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