Due to the high cost of memory, the first LaserJet only had kilobytes of memory, and a portion of that was reserved for use by the controller. The HP LaserJet printer had high print quality, could print horizontally or vertically, and produce graphics. It was quiet compared to other contemporary printers, so people could talk on the phone while sitting next to the HP LaserJet printer as it was printing. By using control codes it was possible to change the[…]