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Systems and methods for multiple raster image processing

US7884962B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 27, 2005
Grant dateFeb 8, 2011
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Expiry dateJul 27, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2206/1508
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and methods for raster image processing are provided that include a networked computer coupled to a plurality of networked printers, the networked computer adapted to receive a print job, parse the print job into one or more print pieces, load balance the print pieces among the printers based on color use and print speed, and provide a list of the printers that received the print pieces.

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