Best suited multi-function printer for Linux usage from a few choices
- by Nakedible
I want a cheap multi-function printer for Linux usage. I'm looking for rock solid scanning and printing that works with big images. I'd prefer drivers that are available in Debian, or other drivers that are open source, but will settle for proprietary drivers if they are well contained and clean.
Some choices I have are:
Samsung SCX-4300
HP LaserJet M1120 MFP
Samsung SCX-4500
Canon i-SENSYS MF4010
Brother DCP-7040
I am also interested in opinions what printer communication language is best for Linux usage for cheap printers. PostScript is nice, of course, but low-end PostScript printers often have problems when printing complex (large) PostScript files. It seems Samsung printers use SPL for communication, HP uses XQX and ZJS, then there's ofcourse PCL.