Chester Carlson is the one who is known for the history of computer printers.
What Year it originated:
The printing press was a revolutionary piece of technology that happened in the 15th century. The modern computer printers began in 1938.
the invention and its development:
It works by applying pressure the the surface with ink on it to a thin surface like cloth, paper, etc and the ink transfers over. This led to the movable type, screw press, and more to develop in the future.
Purpose:
Its purpose has not really changed because it is still to be quicker and more convenient.
