Tulosteen

Tulosteen is the Finnish term for a printed copy of a document produced by a printer. It refers to the physical hard copy that results from converting digital content into a tangible format, such as reports, emails, or spreadsheets.

Etymology and terminology: The base verb tulostaa means to print. The standard noun for a printed output is tuloste; tulosteen is the genitive form often found in phrases like "tulosteen laatu" and may appear in some contexts as an alternative form.

Formats and features: Printouts vary in size, with A4 and Letter being common. They can be monochrome or color and may include headers, footers, page numbers, and timestamps. Print quality is described by resolution (dots per inch) and printer capabilities, as well as paper type and finish.

History and use: Although digital documents are dominant, printouts remain important for legal records, accessibility, and situations requiring a tangible copy. Security and privacy considerations include careful handling of sensitive information and secure disposal of old prints.

See also: tuloste; printing; hard copy; digital printing.