what is scanner ?

•       A scanner is a device used to copy an image off paper and convert it into a digital image, which can be saved as a computer file and stored on a hard drive.

•       Scanners can also use a special kind of technology called Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to read text from paper and save it as an editable document file

•       Input Device, Converts a hard copy into a computer file.

•       Used to Scan Signatures, Photographs etc.

•       Optical Device.

•       Typical Cost Rs.4000 – Rs.75000

•       Major Vendors in India:

•       HP, Umax, Cannon

•       Nowadays  Scanners with OCR produces editable documents.