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LaserWriter Driver 8.0
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LaserWriter Driver 8.0 Available
Copyright 1993, Apple Computer, Inc.
(This article was adapted from an article originally written by the Apple
Assistance Center for Apple phone agent use.)
On April 12, 1993 Apple Computer announced the new LaserWriter printer driver,
version 8.0. It is designed to improve functionality and performance of
PostScript-compatible LaserWriter printers, especially those capable of
supporting PostScript Level 2.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The driver software combines all of the features of previous LaserWriter
printer drivers, including application compatibility, support for TrueType
fonts and PostScript Level 1 compatibility, and it adds support for features
that are specific to individual printers. Specific PostScript Printer
Description files (PPDs) offer finger-tip control for printer features such as
multiple paper trays, printer resolution, PhotoGrade and optional envelope
trays. This means, for example, that a printer with two or more paper trays
can easily and efficiently print page one of a document on letterhead and
the rest of the document on regular bond paper.
The new driver is also designed to improve background printing performance–up
to 30% for business graphics. It also provides support for PostScript Level 2
features, including data compression, real-time error reporting, patterns and
pattern caching and color.
AVAILABILITY
The new LaserWriter printer driver, version 8.0 is expected to begin shipping
the first week in June and is currently available on AppleLink.
The driver was co-developed by Apple Computer, Inc. and Adobe Systems Inc.
Adobe will ship the driver separately under the brand name of PSPrinter version
8.0.
UPGRADE PROCEDURE
Current LaserWriter owners will be able to purchase the new printer driver and
user's guide directly from Apple's toll free software line, (800) 769-2775,
extension 7873. The software is also on AppleLink in both the 800K and the
1.44MB versions under the following path: Apple Products -> Apple Software
Updates -> Macintosh -> Printer SW -> LaswerWriter 8.0. New PostScript Level 2
printers will ship with the new driver.
DESCRIPTION SRP
LW Printer Driver version 8.0 $24.95 (includes shipping)
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