A printer communication system includes a printer (20) having a printer controller (34) with memory (38) and a processor (36). The printer (20) receives and transmits information through a port (40) to which a host computer (10) is coupled. The printer controller (34) may be programmed to be operable...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US6246485?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6246485 - Printer communication system and method