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What are print jobs?


The word print jobs or print todos can be confusing and not only under Windows 11, 10, 8.1, ...!




A print job refers to a file or a series of files that are ready for printing. Typically, a print job receives a unique identification number from the system and contains other information such as the size of the print medium, the priority, the number of copies to be printed, etc. or check the history of your printed documents in Windows 10 !

 
Content:

1.) ... Helpful links to print jobs!
2.) ... A print job is also known as a print job!
3.) ... Print jobs explained technically soberly and informatively!
4.) ... What dangers do print jobs pose?

1.) ... Helpful links to print jobs!  
2.) ... A print job is also known as a print job!



See also: ►  Print server  ►  Directory printout under Windows !

1.) Helpful links to print jobs!

►► ... command to list / cancel print jobs / example?
►► ... Deactivate all printers in Windows 10, 8.1 and 7?
►► ... Activate print logging  in Windows 10, 8.1, ... and MS Server!

2.) A print job is also known as a print job!

In English, the print job is referred to as a "print job", which is now also common in German-speaking countries. A print job makes it easier for a printer and a system to exchange data and files to be printed. The system can store a print job in a queue waiting to be printed and record its identification number. For a computer using a network printer, a print job may have to go through a central print server before it is sent to the specified printer. A printer may have local storage where print jobs can be stored, queued, and waiting to print.

3.) Print jobs explained technically soberly and informatively!

Print jobs are the requests and instructions sent to a printer to print a document or graphic. For example, if you want to print a document from your computer, create a print job. Here are some basic aspects of print jobs:

Document Preparation: Before a print job is created, the document or graphic to be printed must be prepared on the computer. This can include selecting print settings, paper sizes, color modes and other parameters.

Printer driver: The computer needs special software, a so-called printer driver, to communicate with the printer. The printer driver translates the print jobs coming from the computer into commands that the printer understands.

Print queue: When you send a print job, it is stored in the computer's print queue until the printer is ready to process the job. This allows multiple print jobs to be scheduled.

Prioritization: Multiple print jobs can exist in the print queue at the same time. They are usually prioritized in the order in which they are received. Urgent or high priority jobs can be printed before others.

Print Status: While a print job is being processed, the user can monitor the progress in real time. Many operating systems display printing status, letting you know whether printing completed successfully or if errors occurred.

Print job cancellation: It is possible to delete or cancel a print job in the queue before it is processed by the printer. This can be helpful if errors occur or you find that the print job is no longer needed.


Print jobs can come from various sources, including applications running on the computer or other devices on the network. The exact procedure may vary depending on the operating system and printer model, but in general the process follows the steps above.




4.) What dangers do print jobs pose?


Print jobs can involve various hazards and safety risks. Here are some potential threats associated with print jobs:

Confidentiality: When printing confidential information, there is a risk that unauthorized parties may gain access to the printed documents. This can happen through theft of printed documents or unauthorized access to the printer's output trays.

Network security: Printers are often accessed over networks and print jobs are transmitted over networks. Unauthorized access to the network or vulnerabilities in network security could result in someone else's print jobs being intercepted or tampered with.

Data Integrity: There is a possibility that print jobs may be tampered with during transmission or processing. An attacker could attempt to inject malicious code or commands into a print job to exploit security vulnerabilities.

Physical Security: Printed documents can be left unattended or forgotten in the printer's output tray, posing a risk to the physical security of information. This is particularly relevant when confidential or sensitive data is involved.

Remote printing: In environments where printers are accessible via the Internet, there is a risk of attacks on remote printing services. Unauthorized persons could attempt to access printers over the Internet in order to disrupt or tamper with print jobs.

Misconfigurations: Poorly configured printers or insecure default settings can lead to security vulnerabilities. For example, printers might have default passwords or use unprotected network protocols.


To minimize these risks, organizations and individuals should handle print jobs consciously and implement security practices. This includes using secure network configurations, regularly updating printer drivers and firmware, implementing printer access controls, encrypting print jobs over the network, and securely disposing of printed documents. It is also important to ensure that printers are located in security-conscious environments and that employees are aware of how to handle printed documents safely.





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