I concur with most of the discussion following my previous comments. Laser printers are king for low maintenance and cost-per-page; but ink is convenient in the circumstances noted. As Evan has stated, they need a tiny-office solution for quick signage and general but light printing use. Scanning is part of that solution. However, a freebie B&W letter-size laser printer will print for FREE, and would be a good thing to locate elsewhere. I'll only add, that my Epson ink carts (black and color) are a few years old but have not dried out. My print use is obviously occasional, but printing something each month is a really, REALLY good idea for any inkjet. The Epson has many print diagnostic modes and reports cartridge capacity and condition. These modern printers, laser and ink, are awfully smart. Herb -- Herbert R. Johnson, New Jersey USA http://www.retrotechnology.com OR .net