Understanding Different Types of Copies and Digital Files

Photocopies are printed copies of documents or images made using a photocopier, which uses a scanner to capture the original and then prints out multiple copies.

12. What is a facsimile ?
Ans. A facsimile (sometimes called a fax) is a document or image that is transmitted over a phone line, allowing the recipient to receive a copy of the original document as it was sent.

13. What is a scan ?
Ans. A scan is the process of capturing an image or document using a scanner, which converts the original into a digital format.

14. What is a digital file ?
Ans. A digital file is a computerized representation of a document, image, or other information that can be stored and manipulated electronically.

15. What is a PDF (Portable Document Format) ?
Ans. PDF is a file format used to present and exchange documents reliably, independent of the software, hardware, or operating system used to create them. It is often used for sharing documents between different devices and platforms.