A company with a small network requires the ability to have all users send print jobs to a shared office printer. The IT administrator needs to ensure that print job management can be centralized and that network users can easily discover and send jobs to the printer. What is the BEST method for accomplishing this requirement?
Configure a print server to manage the printer and handle queues
Connect the printer directly to the network and assign a static IP for each computer to send print jobs directly
Use a workstation to share the printer with the rest of the network users
Install the printer drivers on each user's machine and connect to the printer via Bluetooth
Setting up a print server is the best method for managing centralized print jobs. A print server allows for effective queue management of print jobs, and eases the process of printer discovery and sharing in a networked environment. By having a dedicated print server, the IT administrator can also manage printer access permissions and audit usage, which is crucial for an office environment. Other methods such as direct IP printer connections or sharing through a workstation do not offer the same level of centralization and manageability required for office settings.
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