Fax
Japanese Name:
ファックス
Romaji Name:
fakkusu
Description
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A fax machine is a device that sends and receives printed documents over a telephone line. It works by scanning the document, converting the image into electronic signals, and transmitting those signals to another fax machine, which then prints a copy. Fax machines were widely used in offices before email became common, and they are still used in some industries for sending signed documents or important papers quickly.
History
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The fax machine is a device that transmits scanned documents over telephone lines. Its origins date back to the 19th century, with Alexander Bain inventing an early fax prototype in 1843. Fax technology advanced in the 20th century, becoming widely used in offices from the 1970s to 1990s for quick document communication. Today, faxing is less common due to email and digital communication, but it remains in use in certain legal, medical, and business contexts.