Have you ever held two printed materials—one with a sleek, shiny finish and another with a smooth, non-reflective surface—and wondered which one would work better for your project?

Choosing between matte and glossy paper can be a tough choice, especially when the stakes are high for creating professional, eye-catching prints. Each finish has its strengths and ideal uses, but making the wrong choice can mean blurry photos, hard-to-read text, or materials that just don’t look the way you imagined.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we’ve been helping businesses and individuals optimize their printing processes for nearly 40 years. Whether you’re printing marketing materials, professional photographs, or everyday documents, we’ve seen how the right paper can transform your project.

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 Are you overwhelmed by the countless office printers available, unsure which one will truly cater to your team’s needs? We know how crucial it is to choose the right printer—one that enhances productivity instead of causing headaches and unexpected expenses. With so many choices out there, finding a printer that integrates smoothly into your workflow can be daunting. So, how do you decide which one to trust?

At our company, we've spent nearly 40 years guiding businesses like yours to the ideal print solutions. Our expertise in Xerox products is unmatched, and our extensive experience means we offer insights that go far beyond the technical specs. We've seen firsthand what works—and what doesn’t—in busy office settings, so you can rely on us for honest, dependable advice.

How do you print on both sides of the paper with a printer? 

Duplex printing, or double-sided printing, is something many people use with their printers and copiers. It can help you save paper and money! 

But figuring out how to do it can be tricky sometimes. There are two main ways to duplex print, and which method you choose may depend on your needs and goals. 

We’ve been a trusted local printer company in Texas since the 1980s, with a team that has over 200 years of combined experience in the industry. 

In this article, we’ll break down what duplex printing is, the different types, how to do it, and the benefits of printing on both sides of the paper. 
Printing on both sides of the page can look a little different based on your machine. Since we work closely with Xerox, we’ll share steps specifically for using a Xerox printer. 

What happens when your trusty printer, the one that has been churning out countless pages, is suddenly on the brink of a big change? You've heard the term "End of Service" (EOS) tossed around, but what does it really mean for your machine?

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we've spent nearly 40 years guiding businesses through the highs and lows of printer ownership. We know how important it is to stay ahead of your printer's lifecycle, and we understand the confusion and uncertainty that EOS can bring.

In this article, we’ll break down what EOS is, why it matters, and how to navigate this phase with confidence. You’ll also learn what steps to take and how to keep your operations running smoothly—even when your printer hits EOS.

Looking through the different printer brands and trying to figure out how a specific model compares to another is hard when the differences could seem small at first glance. 

In the case of Xerox, they offer multiple product families, including devices in the AltaLink, VersaLink, and PrimeLink categories, among others.   

It can be tedious and time-consuming to go through each of the product families and learn all the differences and features associated with them to make an informed purchasing decision.  

For nearly 40 years, we’ve proudly managed our local print business and exclusively sell Xerox products. This experience makes us experts in the field. We can easily explain the features and differences between various device families, so you don’t have to worry about it.