Why does inkjet ink dry out?

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Inkjet uses liquid ink that evaporates through the nozzles. If you don't print for 2-4 weeks, the nozzles can clog and the ink dries. Laser toner is a dry powder — it never dries out, even after months of non-use. If you print intermittently, laser is always better.

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