What is the difference between a local and a network printer, and how do I know which I am using?
What is an MFD?
A local printer is one that is physically connected to your computer by a cable. The cable will be relatively thick, and the connectors at each end are quite large. The printer name will be (should be) the type of printer connected to your PC, e.g. HP 1100D Business Inkjet (See ITS Catalogue)
A network printer is one that is connected to a network socket on the wall by a thin cable, just like the one that connects your PC to the network. A network print will have a name similar to CL_ITS_LJ09, where the first two letters represent the UWE site, the three in the middle represent your faculty/department, and the last bit just differentiates between several printers in one faculty/department.
MFD is a Multi Functional Device which combines a copier, a printer and a scanner. These are always network devices. They generally look like traditional photocopiers.
