Which sequence correctly describes configuring a printer on Windows in a networked environment?

Which sequence correctly describes configuring a printer on Windows in a networked environment?

• A. Ensure printer is on, connect, use Add Printer wizard, select network printer if needed, install/update drivers, enable Network Discovery and File and Printer Sharing if detection issues arise
• B. Reinstall Windows
• C. Replace the printer
• D. Disable the printer

Answer: (A)

Configuring a printer on Windows in a networked environment centers on discovering the printer over the network and installing the proper setup through Windows tools. Start by making sure the printer is powered on and connected to the network (or directly to the PC if that's how it’s shared). Then use the Add Printer wizard so Windows can locate the network printer, select it, and install the appropriate driver. Installing or updating the printer driver ensures compatibility and access to all features. If the printer isn’t detected initially, turning on network discovery and File and Printer Sharing allows Windows to see other devices on the network and share resources effectively. Reinstalling Windows, replacing the printer, or simply disabling the printer aren’t steps that address network printer setup and don’t help achieve a working networked configuration.

Configuring a printer on Windows in a networked environment centers on discovering the printer over the network and installing the proper setup through Windows tools. Start by making sure the printer is powered on and connected to the network (or directly to the PC if that's how it’s shared). Then use the Add Printer wizard so Windows can locate the network printer, select it, and install the appropriate driver. Installing or updating the printer driver ensures compatibility and access to all features. If the printer isn’t detected initially, turning on network discovery and File and Printer Sharing allows Windows to see other devices on the network and share resources effectively.

Reinstalling Windows, replacing the printer, or simply disabling the printer aren’t steps that address network printer setup and don’t help achieve a working networked configuration.