Did you know that one of the Founding Fathers of the United States worked as a printer? Or that some of the very first print impressions were made by cave people thousands of years ago?

From ancient cave art to the digital age, the story of printing is as old as human civilization itself. It has shaped the way we communicate, learn, and share knowledge. Because printing is at the heart of human culture, it’s necessary we learn about its evolution.

As experts in the printing industry, our team at STPT has created this timeline to help you explore the fascinating history of printing technology—from primitive hand stencils to the advanced printers we use today.

Are you tired of the overwhelming number of printer options out there?

Investing in a reliable printing solution is a big deal, and making the right choice is crucial.

With almost 40 years of experience in the printer/copier industry, we understand the importance of carefully evaluating your needs before making a significant office purchase.

Simply buying the first printer you come across online is a risky move that could end up costing you more than you bargained for.

To help you avoid this costly mistake, we're leveraging our expertise as a Xerox platinum status Agent Partner to give you an in-depth look at the Xerox VersaLink product family. We'll cover different models, features, costs, and comparisons with other Xerox product families, so you can determine if a VersaLink device is the right fit for you.

Are you trying to print an important document, but your printer has other plans? The "printer is offline" error seems to pop up at the worst times, right when you're rushing to finish that report or project. It's frustrating, time-consuming, and, quite frankly, can leave you feeling stuck.  

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we get it. With nearly 40 years of experience, we've helped countless people just like you solve their printer woes. In this article, we'll tackle this problem head-on. We’ll explain what this error means and ways to fix it.

Let’s dive in and get that printer back online so you can get back to what really matters.

What Does the “Printer is Offline” Issue Indicate?

When your printer shows as offline, it means your computer isn’t able to communicate with the printer. This could happen for several reasons:

When evaluating major printer brands like Xerox and Kyocera, what should you focus on?

It's not just about comparing one brand’s printer to another. Beyond looks, there are crucial differences to consider.

While most top brands can handle basic office needs, choosing the one that offers the best return on investment is key.

With nearly 40 years in the industry, we have extensive knowledge of all the leading printer brands, such as Xerox and Kyocera.

In this blog, we’ll help you decide which is right for you by comparing company overviews, similarities, differences, costs, and specific models.

Although we sell Xerox products, we value transparency and strive to provide honest, accurate information. It's up to you to choose the best brand for your needs.

There are three basic things we all want more of: money, space, and time. 

That’s why more and more people are choosing to switch to Chromebooks.

Chromebooks are laptops that run on Google’s Chrome OS. They are smaller, lightweight, and come with popular Google cloud apps such as Gmail and Docs pre-installed. These computers take up less space than traditional laptops. They are also cheaper on average and easy to use for anyone familiar with Chrome and Google’s apps.

Many organizations are switching from laptops to Chromebooks to save money, time, and space. However, a new operating system brings new obstacles for users printing with Chromebooks.