title: Java with dot-matrix printer
body: <p>I'm writing some applications to automate processes that currently use pen-n-ink or a typewriter.</p>
  
  <p>Because of an overzealousness in our purchasing department, we are forced to use some 3-layer forms for, oh, probably until after everyone that currently works here and their children retire.</p>
  
  <p>While I've never experienced it, I've heard that there are issues using dot-matrix printers with Java...slow printing, won't print, etc.</p>
  
  <p>Can anyone suggest any dot-matrix (or other impact) printers that Java is KNOWN to work with?  We're looking at Epson 9 or 24 pin printers.</p>
  
  <p>Also, has anyone used TextPrinter (<a href="http://www.java4less.com/textprinter/Documentation.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.java4less.com/textprinter/Documentation.html</a>) with dot-matrix printers -- how well does it work?  </p>
  
  <p>Thanks in advance.</p>