What is a good affordable color laser printer that does not have a toner kill chip?

I am looking for a good, affordable color laser printer that doesn't stop functioning just because a cartridge is empty. I have had some problems with Samsung CLP printers doing this and it is pretty aggravating, especially when I do not have loads of money to spend replacing all 4 cartridges. I would like to find a printer where this is not a problem.

What color laser printer offers the highest resolution for under $500?

I've recently been employed by a company that for part of the job - requires me to reproduce art work which consists mainly of sketch's with the occasional color additive. I know a decent amount when it comes to printers; I know a high resolution laser printer capable of micro printing and color replication is what I'm looking for. My budget for this printer is around $500. I've looked around at Circuit City, Best Buy, and CompUSA and don't see any laser printers that offer more than a 600x600 dpi print. Could anyone recommend me either a specific printer to think about, or some other company that offers better?

Are you looking for a possible technique to help you in your weight loss quest? If you aren't averse to a little stick, as in needles, you may want to consider the relatively new technique of ear stapling. There is something to learn from people that have participated in this method as well as those who have opted not to.

Ear stapling is very closely related to the ancient Chinese art of acupuncture which has been around for thousands of years. The practice of acupuncture has become more popular and even sought after in western countries such as the U.S. in recent years. Applying the ear staples in certain areas where nerve endings exist and control particular functions can help to decrease stress, make you feel less hungry and for those who need to quit smoking can even lessen the desire to smoke.

Before I go on let me say that there are some who have had complications from the ear stapling process. Infections are the most common of the maladies which is no different than if one were to have their belly button, nose, or any other part of their anatomy p
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ierced.

The process is done by certified professionals and in the case of having it done for weight loss it can be done for well under a hundred dollars. Just remember that you will also have to get them removed by an acupuncturist as well.

If you have a substantial amount of weight to lose it is recommended that you wear them for up to six months if it is your first time having the procedure done, and then have them taken out for a week or so. Afterwards, you may have them put back in for another set period of time which will be determined by the person who is doing the procedure with you.

According to sources we have seen, it is possible for a woman to lose as much as five pounds per week while men on average may be able to lose up to ten pounds per week. The chances for success are very high with as many as 95% of people trying the process being successful in their weight loss efforts.

For more detailed information about whether or not the ear stapling procedure may be appropriate for you, you should consult a professional acupuncturist specializing in these types of procedures. This isn't a magic bullet; you will still need to make some adjustments in diet and exercise to have the best chance for success.

Gregg Hall

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To recycle a tired old cliché, delightful things often come in diminutive packages. Surveying the Caribbean, there are many islands to choose from that convey a message of exoticism, relaxation and jaw-dropping beauty that make your hometown landscape seem black and white in comparison, and some of these islands are easier to spot than others. When deciding on your next island vacation, don't overlook St. John; it's relatively tiny but packs a big punch and does an incredible job of making you feel like you're far, far away.

Much of St. John's allure revolves around the fact that two thirds of the island is pure, untouched nature. Protected by the United States as designated national park land, these hills, valleys, forests and beaches are untainted and lush, brimming with wildlife and Technicolor beauty. This is the smallest of the US Virgin Islands, but once you set foot on the soil of this impressive place you'll be convinced that 28 square miles is more than enough to make your getaway supremely satisfying.

Tours led by knowledgeable guides will acquaint you with the sights of the island, or if you're feeling adventurous you can head out on your own and just let the peaceful ambiance overcome you. Whether you're nestled into a jeep or walking along the path with no particular itinerary in mind, this will be a good first activity to get you in the vacation mood, if you're still hanging on to that last bit of stress, that is.

The beaches are the best part about St. John. From scenic Rams Head to the white sandy wonderland that is Trunk Bay, you'll feel like you've stumbled onto a very well-kept secret as you survey the scene. That's another plus; crowds tend to be thinner here than in other Caribbean isles, perhaps because it's tucked away from the main thoroughfare or maybe people just don't know what they're missing. Either way, it's to your advantage. Enjoy the beaches without feeling trampled upon, and pretend like you've escaped to your own tailor-made hideaway in the clear blue ocean.

The run-through isn't over yet; we've yet to visit the place nicknamed Love City. Cruz Bay is a little more action packed than St. John's other spots, as it is the home of shops, grocery stores, gear and jeep rental services and restaurants. This will be the home base for your scuba diving adventures, and where you can stock up on souvenirs and staples to take back to your vacation rental. Don't expect a bustling city atmosphere or anything, but it gets the job done in a pleasingly laid-back way.

The climate and conditions of St. John make it ideal for plant growth, and a common activity involves taking a flower tour. Heavenly orchids dot the hills, century plants add a sense of time and history, and the Red Ginger's ruby color will cause you to continually marvel at its vibrancy. Hibiscus, prickly pear cactus, Hanging Heliconia and the Bananaquit, the official bird of the island, will all delight your senses as you meander through the wonderful world of St. John.

In addition to all of this, there are boat tours, horseback riding, windsurfing, fishing, surfing and paragliding to keep you busy. Many visitors find it not only worthwhile but ideal to snag a St. John Vacation Rental that will make your home away from home as comfortable as possible. If you're taking the time to traipse all the way to the Caribbean for what is certainly a hard-earned vacation, you may as well treat yourself to a well-rounded and pampering experience on all fronts. Vacation rentals allow for the possibilities of breakfast in bed, cocktails on your private patio, naps in the middle of the afternoon, and short strolls to the beach, among other things. Seeing this island through the windows of a cute cottage on the shoreline or a fabulous Oceanside villa will make this dreamy vacation even dreamier, so at least check out the options as you start to plan your trip.

St. John is a true find, and one that you should make an effort to seek out. It's not the biggest or the most well-known Caribbean isle, but that's something that will become your gain and everyone else's loss.

Caitlin Moore

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In 1985, an entry-level black-and-white (b&w) laser printer cost upwards of US$2000. Inkjet technology was just coming to the desktop at that time, with Canon and Epson leading the way with affordable color printers, starting at a mere US$300 or so.
At today’s prices – starting as low as US$19 – color inkjets qualify as impulse buys. In fact, if they break down after the warranty expires, it doesn’t make sense to fix them, as the repairs would cost more than a new printer. And today’s laser printers can be had for under US$100, or less if you catch a sale or send in a rebate coupon.
Still, if you are a serious computer user – student, hobbyist, artist, engineer, writer and so on – you should never buy anything computer-related on impulse. Always do some research, always shop around and always get good, neutral advice if you are confused or undecided. This article will give you the basics of print technology, and a quick way to choose the right printer for you.
What’s the job?
Because of the varied strengths of laser printers and color inkjets, and some users’ need to print in large formats, some homes and offices will have several different printers. However, most people (and even most businesses) do certain kinds of work regularly and may need just one printer. Therefore the first question would be, “What will you use the printer for?” Answering this first query will determine whether you need color or b&w printing, and laser or inkjet technology.
First, let’s consider the average family computer usage. Dad needs to do some office work at times, balance the checkbook, print some photos taken with his digital camera and so forth. Mom wants to make fliers for her book club, and the kids have plenty of homework with charts, maps and such. This situation demands color, certainly, and color inkjets, as we’ve already learned, are quite inexpensive.
Of course, the printer manufacturers don’t expect to make their profits on the printers. They make their money on the ink. Even no-name cartridges, or refill-them-yourself kits, are an ongoing expense that you must consider. If you expect to do a considerable amount of color printing, you should seriously consider spending a bit more for color laser technology. Luckily, your overall per-page cost will be perhaps an eighth or tenth of what it is with inkjet color.
On the other hand, there are home users and small offices that don’t need color, but do need to print so much that the black ink cartridges alone would become a large expenditure. For under $100, you can get a b&w laser printer whose “starter” toner cartridge even yields 1500 pages. A standard one, costing between US$50-75, will output 5000+ average pages (considered to be 8-12% paper coverage). This would be the wise choice for a writer who needs to print a chapter or even a whole book, engineers doing one-color schematics and others who will be printing upwards of 40-50 pages per day.
Laser-like precision
The first laser printer – Apple’s b&w LaserWriter, long since discontinued – was a $4000 investment in 1985. Today, color lasers can be had for as little as US$200 (less on sale) and there are a spate of models in the under-US$400 range from such top manufacturers as Samsung, Hewlett-Packard and Brother. If this sounds like more than you want to pay, you need to factor in the consumables before making the decision about what is “affordable.”
As stated above, a standard toner cartridge for a consumer laser printer will yield 5000+ pages, at a cost of from one to three cents per page, per color. A b&w page, from either a b&w or color laser, therefore costs up to three cents, while a color laser’s four-color printing increases the page cost to perhaps 10-12 cents. Over time your savings on toner versus ink will more than make up for the greater initial cost. If you are deft with accounting and figures, you can make the calculation yourself based on your regular workload.
At the office
All of these considerations apply in the corporate world, as well. And other factors come into play, too, like the added efficiency of networked printers, which means added expense for the Ethernet port. In addition, many offices find that multifunction devices that also copy, scan and fax can save both time and money. Centralizing the functions helps reduce operational overhead by limiting the number of cables and lowering the power consumption of the office peripherals.
Another factor in the business environment is output size. If you need large-format printing, you will pay considerably more for the printer you choose. Past a certain point, usually the 11x17 tabloid size, lasers thin out in the product offerings and high-resolution, “proof quality,” large-format inkjets take over. With the right kind of paper and the proper settings, these devices produce stunning color images that are quite lifelike. Design agencies, newspapers, magazines and commercial “quick printers” will often have at least one high-resolution inkjet on site.
The “quick” decision
You may have invested just a few minutes in reading this article, and you might want to continue your research if you are unclear about the relative merits of the different printer types and technologies. However, if you know what you want to do with your printer, you probably know right now which one is right for you. Or you may decide, as many home computer users and small businesses have, to get an entry-level b&w laser printer for all the letters, reports, chapters and verse you want to output, and a solid, mid-range inkjet (US$100 gets you a fabulous one) for your photos, images, artwork and flyers.
Some industry prognosticators believe that inkjet technology will evolve into pro-level pre-press devices for printing precise, color-matched proofs of magazines and such. Laser technology, b&w and color, will power the printers used by most everyone else. But no one knows when this will occur, so in the meantime, you have some choices, and can get great printing technology of both kinds for a modest sum.

John Pickering