Justy,

If you are in the market for a new printer, they have ones now that are both printer, scanner, & some can even process slides. Also if you have a digital camera, the card from the camera can usually be slid into a slot for it on the computer which can then read it. These new fangled gadgets seem complicated, but after using them, one gets used to the quirks.

I'm sure others can help more that this, & I will be looking forward to comments too so I can learn more also.
Debbie