I've had the opportunity to use both the Ecotank ET-3830 (also known as the ET-3850) and, more recently, the higher-end ET-8550. Both printers have their unique strengths, and I'd like to share my experiences to help others make an informed decision. Ecotank ET-3830 (ET-3850) vs Ecotank ET-8550 The Epson Ecotank ET-3830 I bought from Walmart a year ago, a bit unexpectedly, but with no regrets. I was using an old Canon photo printer at the time, and was starting to hate it. The ink ran out quickly and using it was also a pain. As a result of lack of use, the ink would often dry out, and this forced me to replace the print heads twice over the decade. It also lacked WiFi, the USB drivers were no longer supported, and so I had to use a print-server to make use of it. Looking to escape cartridges, and these new ink subscription hijinks, I was eyeing an Ecotank printer at the time, but they were just too expensive! I couldn't justify them in my mind since I rarely was printin
In the case of nuclear war or a nuclear explosion/meltdown, there becomes a risk to your health, if not your life. We take for granted this time of peace, where nuclear threats are more of a trope than a real fear, but it's a significant threat in reality. People didn't consider a global pandemic as likely either, and then it happened. An official guide by the US Government on preparing for a nuclear incident can be found here. It covers some of the basics, such as know where your local shelters are, have an emergency supply kit, bottled water to last at least three days, and a portable radio. Preferably, have such emergency kits at all the places you commonly frequent, such as work, home, it might not hurt to have some items in your car's trunk. In the case of an nuclear emergency however, get inside before any fallout arrives, and if late getting inside, be sure to discard your outer clothing layers and wash yourself and any pets down. It is safe to drink or eat sealed p