While standalone scanners do exist, a lot of the best printers also include the ability to quickly and easily scan documents into your Windows PC or Mac (and sometimes even onto an iPhone or iPad).
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A shorter cable can reduce these disruptions and may stabilize the connection. The Shell Hardware Detection service helps your computer detect devices like scanners and printers. If there’s a problem ...