Take the stress out of tax time with the Office Depot W-2 Laser Tax Forms With Software. These tax forms are made of acid-free paper and heat-resistant ink to help prevent yellowing and fading, and they're compatible with most accounting software programs for your convenience. Forms W-2 provide wage and income information to your employees, the SSA, the IRS, and state and local governments. Forms W-2 also show (1) how much federal income tax was on an employee's wages; and (2) how much of their wages are subject to Social Security and Medicare taxes.