Fax Machine Information

BuyerZone has a good guide for fax machines, with advice on printing technology and speed.

HowStuffWorks.com has a clearly written description of how fax machines work with a brief overview of the various types of fax machines currently available.

Office Solutions offers advice on what to look for when buying a fax machine, discussing things such as modem speed, memory, transmission time and paper capacity. No models are recommended, but there is a good discussion on how to decide whether to buy a standalone fax machine or a multifunction device (MFD) that contains a printer, copier, fax machine and scanner.

Fax machines receiving an Energy Star rating are said to reduce energy costs by 40%. You can check to see if models have earned an Energy Star by visiting the Energy Star website.

Manufacturers' websites:

Canon

Brother

HP

Panasonic

Sharp