Best inkjet printer?

My trusty Epson 740 has finally taken a dump after ten loyal years of service. Any suggestions on what to replace it with? I don't do a lot of hi-res color photos. Mostly text, but I would like to be able to get good quality prints if needed. I don't need an all-in-one solution. I already have a scanner and copier. What's the best basic inkjet printer out there right now?

Just go to you local computer reseller and buy what you have budgeted. I used to work for Epson and I can tell you hands down they make the best printers for the money. But keep in mind, the cheaper the price, the more plastic parts inside which are more likely to cause you future problems or break.

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  • [SOLVED] Is 'epson-inkjet-printer-201212w 1.0.0-7' a safe AUR package?

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