A wire matrix printer is a type of printer that uses a matrix of pins to produce characters and images on paper. However, there are other terms that can be used to refer to this kind of printer. One such synonym is "dot matrix printer", which highlights the printer's use of dots to create its output. Another synonym is "impact printer", because the pins in the printer make a physical impact with the paper to produce text and graphics. "Advent printer" is a less common synonym, but this term is used to distinguish early models of wire matrix printers from later designs. Regardless of the name used, wire matrix printers continue to be used in certain industries, such as banking and logistics.