printer compatibility

Microsoft’s official support for Windows 10 ends on October 14, 2025 — and that deadline turns a decade-old, still‑widely used operating system into a growing security liability unless you act now. 10 has been a workhorse for hundreds of millions of PCs, but when Microsoft stops shipping...

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, Microsoft's introduction of Windows Protected Print (WPP) mode in Windows 11 version 24H2 marks a significant stride toward fortifying the printing infrastructure. This feature aims to mitigate vulnerabilities associated with traditional printer...

As South African organisations increasingly embrace Windows 11, the spotlight has shifted to a critical, often underestimated aspect of the upgrade: the business print environment. For many companies, print infrastructure remains a backbone for documentation, compliance, and workflow...

Here is a summary of the new features and improvements in Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6029 (KB5061087), as released on June 12, 2025, to the Release Preview Channel: Key Changes Mobile Operator Profiles: Updated Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles for better mobile operator...

After updating the latest Brother Ptouch software (this is a label generating item) all the page sizes in Office 365 reflect the label sizes. There is no letter, legal. etc. I reinstalled Office 365 but the problem still exists.

For months, a significant portion of Windows 11 users were entangled in a bizarre episode: their USB-connected printers, instead of faithfully reproducing documents, suddenly began churning out pages of cryptic text, network commands, and protocol gibberish. This unintended printer séance, as...

Printer troubles can be as frustrating as a paper jam on a busy day. Whether you’re using Windows 11, Windows 10, or an ARM-based device, keeping your printer driver up to date is essential for smooth performance. In our in-depth guide today, we break down the process as outlined by Microsoft...

In the evolving landscape of digital technology, Microsoft has introduced the Modern Print Platform, a significant advancement aimed at simplifying and securing the printing experience for Windows users. This initiative marks a departure from traditional driver-dependent printing methods...

Windows 11 update KB5050092: The Critical USB Printer Issue Tech Enthusiasts Can’t Ignore A fresh Windows 11 update was supposed to deliver improvements, stability, and that faint whiff of progress we all crave from our operating systems. Instead, the 23H2 update—specifically KB5050092—has...

Microsoft has rolled out a preview update for Windows 10 version 22H2 that promises a series of quality improvements and targeted fixes to boost everyday user experience. The update, known internally as KB5053643 (OS Build 19045.5679), isn’t a security patch but rather a non-security update that...

Upgrading to Windows 11 comes with plenty of fanfare—and with a fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to print devices. While the new operating system offers a refined user experience and enhanced security features designed for today’s hybrid work environments, experts advise...

In a quietly issued note that’s stirred whispers among tech enthusiasts, Microsoft has acknowledged that printer-related issues in Windows 11's 24H2 version—or more specifically, issues on ARM-based devices—are indeed a reality. This admission comes at a time when many users were looking forward...

Link Removed Since Windows 8.1, Microsoft has been providing native support for 3D printers with most popular printers already enabled via USB plug and play (see this Link Removed). Today, we have added a new Windows 10 IoT Core sample app, “Network 3D Printer” that adds support for an even...

The HP Printer Display Hack is a simple background application that periodically checks the current price of a selected stock and sends it to the display of HP (and compatible) laser printers. IntroductionThis app is based on an old hack from back to at least 1997 that uses the HP Job control...