I’ve used this $140 Brother printer for years. It’s the only one you need
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The enduring appeal of a $140, low-friction laser printer is a small but clear signal: reliability and predictable consumables still beat “smart” features for many office staples. For IT and ops, defaulting to boring, durable hardware in non-strategic categories frees budget and attention for the systems that actually differentiate you.
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